Huge Foreclosure Deal Reached

The Takeaway

A massive settlement has been reached between the government and five of the nation’s biggest banks over foreclosure abuses and relief. Our partner The New York Times says the $ 26 billion deal will be doled out to 2 million homeowners. It’s part of a broad national settlement aimed at halting the housing market’s downward slide and holding banks accountable. Joining the program is Nelson Schwartz, business reporter with our partner, The Times.

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