Are Banks Abandoning Foreclosures in Florida?

All across Florida, courts are starting to clear their overwhelmed dockets by dismissing foreclosure cases the banks have failed to prosecute. In one division of one of Florida’s 20 judicial districts, perhaps as many as 2,700 …

A Valentine’s Day Surprise for February Retail Sales

Retailers got some unexpected love from shoppers in the form of strong February sales. But whether consumers repeat the feat in spring could depend on gasoline prices and how they feel about their finances. So, March could be t…