TODAY'S TOP STORIES Obama urges banks to get lending He vows to "recover every last dime" of funds; some lenders pay loans back, earning interest for taxpayers on "investment." Read more.
Buyers need good credit even with 20% down Five years ago, banks loved 20% downpayment loans; starting this week, credit scores must also be at least 620. Read more.
City: Force lenders to pay for foreclosures In a lawsuit, Baltimore tells court that toxic lenders illegally targeted black neighborhoods, costing millions in services. Read more.
Depression era agency backs mortgage money Ginnie Mae now offers U.S.-guaranteed mortgage securities for 20% of all loans, compared to only 4% a few years ago. Read more.
Population shifts could boost census While Fla. lost residents this year, a decades-long buildup could give it one or two more U.S. representatives after 2010 census. Read more.
NOW YOU KNOW Real estate agents confident about 2010 Survey: Three in four expect a strong start for the first six months, despite worry about tight credit and rising inventory. Read more. Boost business at 2010 Mid-Winter Meetings Understand short sales, hone your niche and master negotiating by attending Florida Realtors' meetings Jan. 20-24, 2010. Read more. AROUND FLORIDA Charlotte County: Luxury RV resort seeks approval
Orlando: Apartment sector expected to keep slipping
Palm Beach: $24M home sale a sign things are looking up | 
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