Asian central banks assisting U.S. home buyers - 2004-02-13
Prices of mortgage bonds guaranteed by the U.S. Government National Mortgage Association have climbed in the past year, helping to push down U.S. mortgage rates, thanks in part to foreign central banks seeking a safe place to park dollars.

While U.S. Treasuries may still be the gold standard in terms of safety for foreign central banks, bonds issued by Ginnie Mae are a top choice, analysts say.
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I COULD LOSE MY HOME, SAYS ANGRY ISABEL - 2004-02-13
Angry Isabel Cummings fears Renfrewshire’s huge council tax hike could cause her to lose her home.

The 59-year-old was forced to quit her job six years ago after she was struck down with arthritis and then cancer – and she hasn’t worked since.

“Soon it will be more than £200, which ironically is more than I pay for my mortgage and insurances.”
Read the full story at Paisley Daily Express