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Friday, December 07, 2012  Third-quarter sales of Missouri homes involved in foreclosure actions rose by 39 percent over the previous quarter amid concentrated efforts to unload distressed properties and strengthen the housing market.

Thursday, November 15, 2012  The latest information from RealtyTrac shows that U.S. homes are entering the foreclosure process at a slower pace than a year ago, and fewer properties are being repossessed by lenders.

Wednesday, September 26, 2012  The home foreclosure rate in St. Louis is on the decline.

Monday, August 06, 2012  Documents: Mother of US Olympic gymnast Gabby Douglas filed for bankruptcy in January

Tuesday, July 10, 2012  Some homeowners lose houses for a little as $400 in overdue taxes, consumer group says

Friday, February 10, 2012  Attorney General Chris Koster said his office will embark on a statewide education campaign to alert home loan customers about the benefits they can receive.

Friday, December 23, 2011  New-home sales up 1.6 percent in November, but 2011 will likely be worst year on record

Friday, June 03, 2011  Mitt Romney said the economy worsened under President Barack Obama, when it actually improved, and criticized the president for issuing apologies to the world that were never made.

Wednesday, January 26, 2011  A new housing report out indicates foreclosure rates in the Jefferson City area are up a little from 2009.

Monday, November 01, 2010  Update: Monday, Nov. 1 at 6:15 p.m. Attorney General Chris Koster is providing new information on his website for Missouri residents facing foreclosure.

Wednesday, October 20, 2010  AP-GfK Poll: Republicans lead on most measures of restive nation's attitudes as election nears

Tuesday, October 19, 2010  The pace of U.S. home foreclosures may not be slowing down much after all.

Thursday, October 14, 2010  Foreclosure fraud is not considered a problem in Missouri because there is a lack of foreclosures in the state.

Monday, October 11, 2010  Allegations of possible mortgage fraud against major financial institutions are forcing government officials to weigh options, including a possible freeze on foreclosures.

Thursday, September 16, 2010  US home repossessions spike in August to highest level since start of mortgage crisis