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Thursday, May 16, 2013  Jane Park looks into what goes into fixing up a blighted home, putting it on the market and recruiting buyers who will invest in the city of Flint.

Wednesday, May 08, 2013  TransUnion: Improving housing market helps lower rate of late payments on US mortgages in first quarter

Friday, April 26, 2013  The law would punish store owners who give lottery tickets and alcohol in exchange for the food benefits.

Monday, April 01, 2013  A proposed ordinance that would limit the number of cats and dogs that Bay City residents can have will get a second look before commissioners consider a vote.

Monday, March 11, 2013  Nearly 7,500 Genesee County properties are headed for foreclosure this April. But the Michigan State Housing Development Authority (MSHDA) is telling homeowners that help is within reach.

Wednesday, March 06, 2013  A package of bills that is headed to the state Senate would place more penalties on land owners with blighted properties.

Monday, February 25, 2013  Homeowners behind on their taxes can get a loan of up to $30,000

Saturday, February 02, 2013  After years of anticipation, the Renaissance of Smith Village is just about ready to open more than 20 homes to new owners.

Wednesday, January 30, 2013  Flood waters are receding but that doesn't mean the problem is over. The Genesee County Drainage Commission says freezing temperatures and unthawed ground opened the flood gates for standing water to make it into homes with standing water nearby.

Thursday, January 03, 2013  A suburban New York newspaper has hired armed guards to protect staff following its publication of a list of residents with pistol permits.

Thursday, December 13, 2012  A proposed drain project spanning three Mid-Michigan counties is moving forward despite opposition from area landowners.

Wednesday, December 12, 2012  Smith Village has a new name and (another) new developer.

Friday, November 23, 2012  Genesee County treasury officials are ramping up programs aimed at keeping people in their homes with three months remaining before winter tax payments are due and with about 8,000 parcels rolling toward tax foreclosure in April.

Friday, November 09, 2012  A Maryland-based company purchased the mall from Genesee Valley Partners LP of Atlanta in October.  The sale won't impact customers or management workers.

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