Armed for a fresh battle Jul 27, 2008
The constitution grants it, but government says no. Elections in Singapore are not free and clear, as there is no election commission in Singapore. Parliament is no longer a body that is separate, independent and able to control the executive. (The Star Online, Malaysia)
Retirees with mortgages are putting their investments and security at risk Jul 26, 2008
I sold our home for $288,000 free and clear ... My wife is 54, and I want to leave her the house free and clear, and something to live on. (Boston Globe)
'Makeover' house in foreclosure Jul 26, 2008
They owned this house free and clear. I just can't understand what they were thinking, FREE AND CLEAR. NO PAYMENT. (Atlanta Journal-Constitution)
For Romney, now's the time to sweat Jul 22, 2008
So Romney is signaling to McCain that he's willing to join the ticket free and clear. As it happens, Romney's chances are looking better and better. (Boston Globe)
Who's Frank Wren talking to this week? Jul 22, 2008
Why is Bobby Cox free and clear of all the problems the Braves are having. Over the past three or four years, his incorrect use of pitchers has left the bull pen in a shambles over the second half of the season; two star players Andru Jones and Franceour have gone down the tubes as hitters; and the players often play as if they are in a daze. (Atlanta Journal-Constitution -- Sports)
Get The Facts Before You Opt For A Reverse Mortgage Jul 13, 2008
"Let's assume that at 77 years old, Mary B. Smith has a house worth $100,000, owned free and clear. She executes the instrument and gets a reverse mortgage and decides to take a line of equity credit (an account on the equity in the home). Let's say she lives to be 101 years old and is healthy enough to stay at home. What the bank has done is, every time that she has drawn money, the bank has started to accrue interest to that sum that she withdrew. Typically today it's a variable rate. There... (RealtyTimes)
Letters: If harbor takes over art building, programs may end Jul 13, 2008
The harbor commissioners will take our building free and clear as our lease on the land is soon up. They have raised rent on the land our building sits on from $180 a month to an exorbitant amount we would never be able to pay. (Daily Triplicate)
Esteemed Gallery Owner Tied To $1b Art Fraud Scandal Jul 13, 2008
3 million Lichtenstein painting he sold last year - claiming title to the work of art was "free and clear." ... The man, Seth Landsberg, an art investor, has sued Chrismas and his Ace Gallery, along with a second LA company and several unnamed persons, for selling him the pricey work of modern art - and claiming it was free and clear of any claims. (New York Post -- Business)
Psst! Hear the rumor of the day? Jul 8, 2008
(By the way, let me debunk a popular myth: some phone companies save text messages, so you're not free and clear. . (International Herald Tribune)
Rell Job Reversal Perplexes Top Pick Jul 6, 2008
He owns other properties free and clear. But Ficeto responded in an April 2 e-mail: "[T]he decision stands and we're going with the number two candidate. I'm sorry this didn't work out.". (FOX61, CT)
E. Convery: Do we truly appreciate the freedoms of the Fourth of July? Jul 5, 2008
We free up persons; we like things free and easy, or free and clear. We set free or do things with a free hand. (Medford Transcript, MA)
Tanger Factory Outlet Centers secures loan to pay off mortgage debt Jul 1, 2008
The Greensboro-based shopping center management company said once it pays off its only $171 million mortgage loan, all of its wholly owned properties will be free and clear of debt. Tanger (NYSE: SKT) has 29 outlet centers in 21 states, with a total of 8. (Business Journal of the Greater Triad Area)
Why Playing the Lottery is a Bad In... Jun 30, 2008
The sooner you pay off your principle, the sooner you ll own your home free and clear. Whether you make more payments during the year or write a check each month for a higher amount, it doesn t matter. (Suite101.com)
More money seen for budgets Jun 28, 2008
Did you know that 42% of homes in Florida DON'T EVEN HAVE A MORTGAGE and are owned free and clear. You won't read that in this sleazy newspaper. (The Palm Beach Post)
Bush Wins in North Korea Deal Jun 28, 2008
None of which means the overall deal gets the U.S. free and clear of the North Korean nuclear threat. On the contrary, that threat is as bad as it has ever been, practically speaking. (Time.com)
Rumors swirl around Hawks' Smith Jun 24, 2008
They don t even own this team free and clear. But they can show us how they see the future by whatever it is that they decide to do. (Atlanta Journal-Constitution)
Airport lands grant to pay for environmental work Jun 22, 2008
Airport Manager Jim Bernard said the safety areas have to be "free and clear." This is to provide a safe landing area in the event a plane has to go beyond the paved runways ... "How can you turn this down," Finigan said, "to fix the runway safety areas and make them free and clear?". (Daily Triplicate)
Paying off debt is first step in retirement plan Jun 22, 2008
Because mortgage payments weren't factored into Ventura's cost-of-living projections, at some point over the next few years she figures she'll need to sell her home in El Cajon and find something smaller, possibly out of state, that she can purchase free and clear. While in some instances it may not make sense to pay down or pay off a mortgage with excess funds, I have found that when people consider retirement or are in retirement, a mortgage-free home provides additional confidence and... (San Diego Union-Tribune -- Business)
A world still half red Jun 20, 2008
You're up, the sun is shining, the birds are singing, the traffic reporter says that the roads are free and clear, even the drive-thru lane at Starbucks is open, with your favorite - a vente double half calf extra shot mocha frappachino in a fair-trade blend, with a Carly Simon CD on the side - ready to serve up. Yes, you sure got a problem here and need to find some remedy. (Asia Times Online)
City approves new I-500 deal Jun 18, 2008
The sale would allow the developer to own the land free and clear, put the parcel back on the city tax rolls, and provide 800,000 in seed money for construction of a new I-500 Race Track at another location. Garforth has been working to bring a biodome, water park, multiple theaters and a 300-room hotel to the Twin Saults. (Sault Ste Marie Evening News, MI)
Broadbridges carry on Deerhorn tradition Jun 17, 2008
We have a camp thats free and clear. If we had a camp with six directors and a mortgage, we couldnt do it. (Forest Republican, WI)
For Vancouver family, it's home but without a father Jun 16, 2008
The house is now theirs, free and clear. The couple knew each other since childhood and married shortly after finishing high school. (OregonLive, OR -- News)
$26M in county taxes overdue Jun 15, 2008
Judicial sales generally produce more buyers because the end result is a property that is free and clear of all past debts, said Mary Dysleski, interim director of the Luzerne County Tax Claim Bureau. It does put a lot more properties back onto tax rolls, Mrs. Dysleski said. (Scranton Times, PA)
Supreme Court sides with Waterloo in abandoned building demolition Jun 15, 2008
The Iowa Supreme Court, in a May 23 ruling, upheld the city of Waterloo's use of a state law which allows local governments to take title to abandoned properties free and clear of any liens or other encumbrances. Two investment banks, which held tax sale certificates on the property taken by the city, had appealed to the state's top court, claiming the law should not apply to tax liens and that the law was unconstitutional because it deprived those certificate holders of due process. (Waterloo-Cedar Falls Courier)
Plan the parade in Boston - it's all but over for L.A. Jun 14, 2008
Allen said, "Kevin ran up to set a screen and as he was setting the screen I told him, 'Back off, let me take him one-on-one.' ... I just made my move, I looked up and he was behind me, and I had the whole basket free and clear.". Lakers coach Phil Jackson had told his guys to stay close to their men on the wings on that play to prevent a kick-out and three-point shot, but somebody's got to react and throw some kind of body at Allen. (San Francisco Chronicle)
Roaring back Jun 13, 2008
"Kevin came up and set a screen and I told him, 'Let me take him.' I looked up and [Vujacic] was behind me and I had the whole basket free and clear. It worked out.". "It [Allen's last basket] was huge," said Rivers. (Boston Globe)
Lackawanna County housing solicitor pays $42G in back taxes Jun 13, 2008
Judicial sales, similar to auctions, mean a sold property is free and clear of all past tax bills, liens and other debts. Mr. Koldjeski said Mr. LaBelle s property would have been part of the next judicial sale if he didn t pay up or arrange a payment plan. (Scranton Times, PA)
Incredible Comeback Has Celtics On Brink Of Title Jun 13, 2008
"I told him to back off, let me take him one-on-one. With five, six seconds left at least I was going to get a good shot up. I made my move, I looked up and he was behind me. I had the whole basket free and clear.". Vujacic and Gasol missed shots at the other end, and after House drained one free throw in the waning seconds the Celtics celebrated briefly on the court, but focused afterwards on the task at hand. (NBC4.tv, CA)
Comeback story Jun 13, 2008
"The Celtics opened the third with an 8-2 run finalized by a Kevin Garnett lay-in to slice Los Angeles's lead to 60-48 at the 9:55 mark. Rivers went to a small lineup with Rajon Rondo, Ray Allen, Posey, Pierce, and Garnett with 8:22 left, and going small benefited Boston the rest of the quarter.Two Vladimir Radmanovic free throws gave the Lakers a 20-point lead, 70-50, with 6:04 remaining, but the Celtics finished the quarter with a 21-3 run, capped by a P.J. Brown dunk with 1.7 seconds left to... (Boston Globe -- Sports)
Humane Society unveils plans for new facility Jun 12, 2008
Our land is free and clear, Kirkley said, noting a native Columbian, Bryan Brown, who recently had been working as an architect in Memphis recently returned with his wife, Geanna Wilder Brown, and has donated his services. When Bryan saw the state we were in, he donated his services to research other facilities across the state and in drawing up plans (for the new facility), Kirkley said. (Columbus Commercial Dispatch, MS)
Home Equity Stakes Stumped Jun 10, 2008
The good news is that one out of every three home owners have no mortgage at all and own their home free and clear with a 100 percent equity stake. Published: June 10, 2008. (RealtyTimes)
District attorney responds to letter about asset seizure Jun 8, 2008
ALL car dealers need to do a criminal background check on all potential buyers in which the seller carries a note. I find it less than professional that you would allege that Mr. Giles knew the individual was or could be a drug dealer. (Brownwood Bulletin, TX)
Seller carryback mortgage ripe with benefits (2) Jun 8, 2008
My house is free and clear. But it needs a new roof, and I need a new car. (Lodi News Sentinel, CA)
Home equity falls to post-WWII low Jun 7, 2008
But to put that number in perspective, 1 out of every 3 homeowners owns properties free and clear, with no mortgage. Still, Zandi said, "For most, their home is their key asset. If they have no equity in their home, likely their net worth is negative, too. Their entire balance sheet will be underwater.". (San Francisco Chronicle -- Business)
Equity in homesfalls to historic low Jun 6, 2008
But to put that number in perspective, one out of every three homeowners own their properties free and clear, with no mortgage at all. Still, Zandi said, For most, their home is their key asset. (MSNBC -- Race)
Fairmount City Hall moving to new space Jun 6, 2008
We own the (old chiropractor) building free and clear, he said. The city is renovating the building to make it suit its needs and to bring it up to code as far as safety features and American with Disabilities Act requirements. (Calhoun Times, GA)
THIS MORNING Jun 4, 2008
The new owners purchased the properties free and clear of all liens. Dunmore man faces assault charges. (Scranton Times, PA)
Car dealership off-limits to active service members Jun 1, 2008
Kelly M Place wrote on May 29, 2008 9:18 PM:" As for the rest of you, get the whole story, know the true facts. Are people called back for higher rates...yes, are they asked for additional down...yes, and on ocassion they are even told that they have to return the vehicle, but what your not hearing is how they were dishonest about the personal information they provided to us for the loan. Or how the trade isnt free and clear or in their name, as stated. ". BRYAN GRIMM wrote on May 29, 2008 8:59... (Sierra Vista Herald, AZ)
Housing Bailout: The Feds' Latest $300 Billion-Dollar Baby May 30, 2008
I took out a mortgage on a home, made sacrifices that many would not and now have a home free and clear. I never took out a second mortgage or borrowed against the equity; and I never had a renter pay a single dime towards my mortgage. (Human Events Online)
Disparity in Road Home distribution raises questions May 28, 2008
Some of these people also received the max for road home and now own homes that previously had mortgages free and clear and used the road home money to buy new cars, take vacations to Europe, and rent condos in Gulfshores Alabama. Maybe in Orleans the RH program was slanted to benefit the rich but in Jefferson Parish many people made oult like literal bandits with homes rebuilt much more elaborate then pre K with new vehicles and a fat bank account to boot. (Yahoo News -- Tropical Storms and Hurricanes)
Beavs not going quietly, getting help May 25, 2008
Both USC and UW must lose tomorrow, which would place them at 10-14 in the Pac-10, for Oregon State to finish in sixth place free and clear. If the Cougars and Cardinal do sweep the Trojans and Huskies, and Oregon State wins their finale against Pacific, OSU might just be able to get one of the last remaining at-large bids. (BeaverFootball.com)
THE MAYOR'S UNHELPFUL 'HINTS' May 24, 2008
Just a day before Hearn gave her testimony, Mayor Bloomberg all but declared Quinn free and clear. Hizzoner said she'd been "unfairly beaten up a little bit by the press" - adding: "We should give her the due for taking us in the right direction.". (New York Post -- Opinions)
Alleged foreclosure scam busted May 23, 2008
The homeowners were falsely told that by transferring their land back to the federal government they could protect it from any lender's claim and eventually get it back free and clear, although they might first be evicted, officials said. In related cases, authorities said, property owners paid only $500 but signed their homes over to the defendants and were required to make payments to supposedly lease back their own homes. (Los Angeles Times)
Trust Deeds, Mortgages, Contracts, Warranty Deeds: What are They? May 22, 2008
", "Great," he exclaimed. I really am stymied by the words and I really like the four-plex and want to buy it. Mimi pulled out her glossary and shared it with Charles. "First of all there is a distinction to be made between financing instruments and ownership instruments," she commented. Financing Instruments Mortgage A mortgage is a document created where by one party pledges to another party as a security for obligations owed to that party. A promissory note is normally executed at the same... (RealtyTimes)
Should some restaurants ban kids? May 20, 2008
the whole other side of the restaurant was free and clear and we got sat in the middle of the rest of the customers. to me, that was not being considerate of your other customers and this is a family restaurant. (Atlanta Journal-Constitution)
Local Bank Forecloses On Struggling Music Store May 20, 2008
Posted by: DJ Location: Waco on May 20, 2008 at 02:15 AM What is to bad is companies like this close their doors due to not paying taxes and will soon have their debt wiped clean and open for business again they should be forced to close all their stores until the debt is free and clear. If it was the little guy their doors would have been close way before 170,000. (KWTX.com, TX)
ST. MARY'S BASEBALL: Saints take advantage May 18, 2008
As of Friday morning, the Saints thought they were free and clear of the play-in round with a sixth-place finish in the West Region. Then it was discovered that senior pitcher Drew Eichele had exceeded his inning limit in a 12-inning victory over Jamestown a week earlier. (Bismarck Tribune, ND)
Big Brown wins Kentucky Derby May 5, 2008
Desormeaux did a masterful job of keeping Big Brown free and clear of any traffic issues. As the field headed into the backstretch, Big Brown was in sixth place and just waiting for Desormeaux's signal to make his move. (The Augusta Chronicle)
McGuire: Expectant pair brace for triple the adjustments May 5, 2008
The family now has three cars: a used minivan they recently purchased free and clear when Shari traded in her beloved truck; a Saturn SUV, and a 1998 Honda Civic. Joe suggests they sell the Civic since it is the least practical of the three cars for carting around several children, and stash the proceeds into cash reserves. (Corvallis Gazette Times, OR)
Big Brown wins; Filly Eight Belles euthanized May 4, 2008
" Big Brown was the third favorite to win in the past five years. Smarty Jones won in 2004 and Street Sense won last year. All eyes were on Big Brown at the start. Dutrow called his colt the fastest of all and he proved it when Desormeaux gunned him close the lead on the mad dash to the first turn. Desormeaux did a masterful job of keeping Big Brown free and clear of any traffic issues. As the field headed into the backstretch, Big Brown was in sixth place and just waiting for Desormeaux's... (Athens Banner-Herald)
Groomed and ready to show May 2, 2008
Male dogs with long hair wear hair clips to keep their locks free and clear when they lift their legs to relieve themselves. Some dogs are kept off carpeting to prevent hair from static cling. (NJ.com -- Times)
Letters to the Editor (April 22) (20) Apr 23, 2008
Lash Goldenrod wrote on Apr 22, 2008 6:07 PM:" Scott: And misquoting Samuelson and including a wrong citation is telling the truth, right? The Feb 9, 2005 column (Cut My Benefits) in the Washington Post by Samuelson spells it out clearly. Twenty percent of households 65-and-older make more than $50K. 1.4 million households make more than $100K. And these households are mostly singles with few children. Virtually all have health insurance and own their own houses free and clear. So tell me oh... (Corvallis Gazette Times, OR)
Jennie Garth Zipping Back to 90210? Apr 17, 2008
Canadian actress Kristin Booth has since replaced Garth, and with her schedule now free and clear, she is definitely available for the 90210 spinoff. Last month it was announced that the CW was developing a contemporary spinoff of the seminal teen soap, with Veronica Mars creator Rob Thomas heading up the project. (E! Online)
County narrows jail construction manager bids Apr 17, 2008
Austin city officials had no comment about whether the city has yet acquired free and clear title to any of the properties in the two-block area where the county facilities are slated to be built. Now, Oscarson will meet with the two construction manager semi-finalist candidates to seek a detailed offer for their services. (Austin Daily Herald, MN)
Local census plans scaled back Apr 15, 2008
Owned by you or someone in this household free and clear (without a mortgage or loan). Rented. (Rockingham Daily Journal, NC)
Year in Review: Top Plays Apr 14, 2008
Hansbrough applied defensive pressure out near the timeline, forcing a turnover that Ty Lawson recovered and then passed ahead to his big man who was running free and clear to the goal. In one of the worst decisions of the season, 6-foot, 160-pound Gaels guard De'Shaune Griffin attempted to defend Hansbrough's thunderous, leaning one-handed slam. (InsideCarolina.com)
Legislative floor actions Apr 10, 2008
HB 531 VACANT LAND (Goyal) To expand the law governing the abatement of public nuisances to buildings not occupied by an owner as a primary residence with three or fewer residential units and to vacant land and to make the title in property sold by court order pursuant to a public nuisance action free and clear of most liens and encumbrances. HB 532 DISEASE COMMISSION (Miller, E.) To create the Xeroderma Pigmentosum Research Commission. (Cleveland.com -- News)
Clinton's Mark Penn Problem Apr 9, 2008
"I want you free and clear.". Related Articles. (Time.com)
Shazamstocks.com Announces Profile Launch of Alpine TLI Group, Inc. Apr 2, 2008
If the lien is not redeemed, the deed to the property is granted to Alpine, free and clear of all encumbrances. More information on Alpine TLI Group is available online at. (Primezone Releases)
Sinking Belle To Get Bailed Out? Apr 1, 2008
The third option is to have someone buy it free and clear from the current owner. Regardless of what option is chosen, city officials say they want something done, and soon. (KWTX.com, TX)
The Daily Break Mar 31, 2008
22): Get your chores out of the way so you are free and clear to enjoy friends, family, or someone you love. A love connection can be made if you are single or a commitment made from the heart to someone you are already involved with. (Daily Iowan, IA)
Truckers to strike over diesel fuel costs Mar 29, 2008
I lose money if I start my truck, and that truck is paid for free and clear. Van Wyhe, an owner/operator, said he won't be striking April 1 because he doesn't think any big companies will join in the strike. (Sioux City Journal, IO)
A safe haven for kids... an investigative tool for authorities Mar 29, 2008
The goal is to have a one-time interview free and clear of outside influences, Kopp said. The center follows a strict protocol for gathering information and maintaining the integrity of evidence, as well as helping the child feel safe and secure. (Muscatine Journal, IO)
Pignatiello, Marshall up for final 'pen spot Mar 28, 2008
"It's not free and clear yet," Eyre said. "But I'm not worried about it.". (MLB.com -- Chi Cubs Cubs)
Whispers grow of nationwide truckers strike (2684) Mar 27, 2008
I lose money if I start my truck, and that truck is paid for free and clear. Mike Hills, a driver from Wyoming, Iowa, said he also would shut down to support Little and the others if he could. (Rapid City Journal, SD)
