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EFF Claims Encrypted Password is Protected Under 5th Amendment Wednesday, July 13, 2011 @ 6:13PMDefendants can't be forced into providing law enforcement authorities with the encryption key to their laptops or it becomes self-incrimination, the Electronic Frontier Foundation argued in a court brief filed in a mortgage fraud criminal case.
EFF Claims Encrypted Password is Protected Under 5th Amendment Wednesday, July 13, 2011 @ 6:13PMDefendants can't be forced into providing law enforcement authorities with the encryption key to their laptops or it becomes self-incrimination, the Electronic Frontier Foundation argued in a court brief filed in a mortgage fraud criminal case.
DOJ: We can force you to decrypt that laptop Monday, July 11, 2011 @ 2:20AMThe U.S. Justice Department is seeking court order that would require defendant in Colorado mortgage scam case to disclose her passphrase or decrypt the files.
Big-hearted lawyers? Saturday, July 2, 2011 @ 3:11AMDuring the long winter, 74-year-old Pagosa Springs resident Kent Schafer began thinking about his own mortality.He decided it was time to draw up a will that would guide what happens to his estate upon death. But living on Social Security, Schafer couldnt afford an attorney, and he didnt want to risk doing it himself.
Assessor: 27,000 homes in county may lose tax credit Wednesday, June 22, 2011 @ 2:47AMKINGMAN — A new state law could affect more than 46,000 Mohave County homes used as vacation or rental homes. Mohave County Assessor Ron Nicholson said the law would raise property taxes an additional $100 to $600 a year for rental properties and second homes.
Official: AZ fire near Mexican border is 'number one priority' Saturday, June 18, 2011 @ 10:33PMTUCSON, Arizona (CNN) -- As discussions swirled about its origins and impact, the U.S. forest service chief deemed a raging wildfire in southern Arizona as "the number one priority" for firefighters nationwide.
Fire-displaced residents in Arizona community return Saturday, June 18, 2011 @ 10:04PMResidents of a picturesque mountain community will be allowed to return home Saturday amid continued progress against a massive eastern Arizona wildfire.
Official: Arizona fire near Mexican border is 'number one priority' Saturday, June 18, 2011 @ 10:04PMAs discussions swirled about its origins and impact, the U.S. forest service chief deemed a raging wildfire in southern Arizona as "the number one priority" for firefighters nationwide.
Arizona fire 'number one priority' Saturday, June 18, 2011 @ 10:04PMResidents of a picturesque mountain community will be allowed to return home Saturday amid continued progress against a massive eastern Arizona wildfire.
New Documents Uncovered by Judicial Watch Show Intervention by New, Controversial Federal Agency in Foreclosure Crisis ... Thursday, June 16, 2011 @ 4:15PMRaise Questions About Consumer Czar Elizabeth Warren's Congressional Testimony
Debt and Loving It: Young People in Debt Are More Confident Wednesday, June 8, 2011 @ 5:15PMWho knew that debt could massage your ego? A recent Ohio State study found that the more credit card and college loan debt 18 to 27-year-olds held, the higher their self-esteem and the more they felt they had control over their lives. The biggest boost in confidence benefited those in the bottom 25 percent in total family income. Rachel Dwyer, the lead researcher on the study, says there should ...
Why America's Pissed: Cornel West, Robert Reich, and More Thursday, June 2, 2011 @ 9:45PMFrom outrageously low taxes for the superrich to the junk we feed our kids, experts rage against injustice. Cornel West, Robert Reich, the Renegade Lunch Lady, and others on how to fix it.
Foreclosure Crisis Falling and Rising in Major Cities Wednesday, June 1, 2011 @ 6:05AMForeclosureListings.com has noticed falling and rising trends in foreclosures in recent months. Why? When the supply of homes outweighs the demand for them, the prices shrink. When the values are attractive enough to investors with enough money to withstand the smaller return on the investment, the supply is reduced and the prices sustain at a present level until the next surge of depressed ...
Meth contamination stuns homeowners - Sun, 22 May 2011 PST Sunday, May 22, 2011 @ 2:21AMCOLORADO SPRINGS, Colo. — The minute Jason and Lauren Hardy saw the pristine house, they knew their four-month search for a place they could call their own had come to an end. The house had four bedrooms and three baths – a perfect size to accommodate the young couple, their toddler and, they hoped, at least one more child. The previous owners had completely remodeled and repainted it. They ...
A few kinks Thursday, May 19, 2011 @ 2:08AMA timeline of mistakes made and lessons learned in our first strong mayor election. by J. Adrian Stanley The citys historic first election for a strong mayor has finally ended. In hindsight, our inaugural attempt wasnt pretty as this timeline of mistakes made and lessons learned clearly demonstrates.… [ Read more ] [ Subscribe to the comments on this story ]
Noted: Express Inn closes Thursday, May 12, 2011 @ 2:09AMAlso: Legislature wraps up, $80,000 for city brand, council OKs sharrows and more. Ex-homeless lose again The 207-room Express Inn at 725 W. Cimarron St. has closed in the midst of a foreclosure.… [ Read more ] [ Subscribe to the comments on this story ]
Bach stays silent Thursday, May 12, 2011 @ 2:08AMMayoral candidate declines to talk to the Indy about divorces and finances. by Pam Zubeck and J. Adrian Stanley Tuesday morning, the Independent talked to Laura Carno, mayoral candidate Steve Bach's campaign chief of staff, seeking comment on questions about Bach's past. We were happy to be on the phone with Carno, considering that Bach's campaign has failed to return our calls at other times ...
Q&A: Meth contamination Wednesday, May 11, 2011 @ 4:05PMQ. What is meth?A. Methamphetamine is a highly addictive central nervous system stimulant that's relatively easy and inexpensive to make with common household chemicals. It can be smoked, injected, snorted or eaten. Smoking is the most popular method, according to the Utah Department of...
Owning a Building With All Your Friends: Life in a Limited Equity Coop Thursday, May 5, 2011 @ 3:45PMWhen Amber Massey was looking for a place to live three years ago, she knew she couldn’t afford most real estate in DC, at the age of 25 on a non-profit salary. But she also didn’t like the idea of paying rent forever to a landlord, building no equity in a home.
Five 2012 story lines to watch in 2011 Thursday, April 28, 2011 @ 11:07AMWith the pre-primary season now all aflutter with debate over Barack Obama's birth certificate and the people he derided Wednesday as "carnival barkers," it's worth keeping an eye on the features that will shape the campaign in the long run.
Money & the Law: Review finds fault with foreclosure practices Friday, April 22, 2011 @ 5:10PMLooking back over the last decade, it seems that the mortgage-lending industry has made a mess of pretty much everything it tried to do. First, it allowed a system to develop whereby lots of people received large amounts of upfront compensation for making loans to anyone with a pulse. ...
On second thought, Speaker Zellers says voting is 'a right' | The Glean Friday, April 22, 2011 @ 6:42AMMORNING EDITION On second thought, Speaker Zellers says voting is 'a right' By Brian Lambert | Friday, April 22, 2011 Is it just me, or do the new “Constitutional conservatives” seem to come up a little short on, you know, actually understanding the Constitution? Minnesota’s House Speaker, GOPer Kurt Zellers, is busily “restating” what he meant when he told a (conservative) radio host voting is ...
Beaufort Marine settles suit against nation's second-largest bank Thursday, April 21, 2011 @ 9:46PMJPMorgan Chase and U.S. Marine Capt. Jonathon Rowles of Beaufort have agreed to settle a class-action lawsuit in which Rowles alleged the bank repeatedly violated a federal law designed to protect active-duty military personnel from financial stress.
Castle Rock residents charged for defrauding homeowners Wednesday, April 13, 2011 @ 4:03AMColorado Attorney General John Suthers announced that his office has filed a lawsuit against Castle Rock-based Loan Modification Solutions; its owners, Robert Auhll, 47, and Nanette “Nan” Auhll, 48; and the company’s salesperson, Thomas Stefanszky, 48, on suspicion they defrauded consumers in search of home-loan modifications and foreclosure relief in Colorado and other states.
New Rules for Mortgage Servicers Face Early Criticism Saturday, April 9, 2011 @ 7:12PMHousing groups have united in opposition to rules that include requiring servicers to improve processing systems and to stop foreclosing while negotiating to modify a loan.
Realtor's license revoked after 9Wants to Know investigation Tuesday, April 5, 2011 @ 12:43PMDENVER - The Colorado Division of Real Estate voted to revoke a Jefferson County real estate agent's license following a 9Wants to Know investigation into a transaction where a Realtor didn't bring an offer to the seller and then turned around and bought the building at a foreclosure auction.
Obama reelection launches with e-mail, website Tuesday, April 5, 2011 @ 8:48AMWASHINGTON — President Barack Obama formally launched his re-election campaign Monday, urging grass-roots supporters central to his first White House run to mobilize again to protect the change hem's brought over the past two years.
Colo. AG files loan-fraud lawsuit against Castle Rock firm Thursday, March 31, 2011 @ 2:19PMThe Colorado attorney general's office has filed a lawsuit against Loan Modification Solutions, alleging the Castle Rock company defrauded consumers looking for home loan modifications and
AG Suthers mum on bank foreclosure negotiations Wednesday, March 30, 2011 @ 9:42AMAs the states’ attorneys general continue settlement negotiations with large banks accused of foreclosure shenanigans, Colorado Attorney General John Suthers is not tipping his hat on what reforms he favors, despite the fact that some of his Republican colleagues are doing so.
US & World News, Wednesday 3/30 Wednesday, March 30, 2011 @ 9:00AMNATO is due to assume formal command of military operations in Libya today. But the international coalition led by the U.S., Britain and France could remain in charge for a few more days.
Public officials return to county Wednesday, March 30, 2011 @ 5:23AMThe pull of Douglas County proved irresistible for two longtime public servants who returned to the county fold.
Flat-lining Thursday, March 24, 2011 @ 2:24AMContrary to hopes, local economic indicators point more toward a tortoise-speed recovery. by Pam Zubeck You don't have to read between the lines to see that our economy is in a rut. Just look where the lines are forming and where they're not.… [ Read more ] [ Subscribe to the comments on this story ]
Police probe Larimer GOP finances Monday, March 14, 2011 @ 9:43AMLARIMER COUNTY - Fort Collins police have begun a criminal investigation into the finances of the Larimer County Republican Party, which ousted its chairman and faces a record fine over delinquent campaign finance reports.
Foreclosed homeowners continue to get unexpected windfalls Saturday, March 12, 2011 @ 12:58PMDENVER (DP) - Dozens of former homeowners who lost their houses to foreclosure have been calling public trustee offices across Colorado to see whether they have any money coming to them.
Burned by lender, city councilman hopes lawmakers will limit bank's reach Friday, March 11, 2011 @ 7:02PMColorado Springs City Councilman Scott Hente is under a big financial gun.After an eight-year land deal went south last August, he's worried that the bank he obtained a multimillion-dollar loan from may attack his personal assets. Under Colorado law, the bank could do that.Hente and his...
Sheriff's Office: 20 Tips Received About Two Missing Children Wednesday, March 9, 2011 @ 6:03PMThe El Paso County Sheriff's Office says Tuesday that they've received 20 tips from the public about the two boys who were discovered missing, one for up to a decade.
What Allen Iverson's Foreclosure Tells Us About the State of the Black Athlete Tuesday, March 8, 2011 @ 8:13AMFiled under: Celebrity Finances , Dr. Boyce Money It appears that life just got more complicated for former NBA star Allen Iverson. It is being reported that Iverson's 6,848 square-foot home in Cherry Hills, Colorado is now in foreclosure. Iverson is an 11-time NBA All-Star and former MVP. He purchased the home in 2008 for $3.88 million and now owes $2.5 million to Wells Fargo. [[[SHIFTOUT ...
Scenic treasure: How conservation lines the pockets of the rich Thursday, March 3, 2011 @ 7:14AMAlbemarle County Preserved 83,600 acres 17.5 percent of the land Who holds the easements? Virginia Outdoors Foundation 328 easements 62,702 acres Nature Conservancy 22 easements 6,047 acres Piedmont Environmental Council 4 easements 510 acres Public Recreational Facilities Authority 64 easements 7,379 acres Albemarle Acquisition of Conservation Easements program 37 easements 7,224 acres What if ...
Governor inks first set of new laws Wednesday, March 2, 2011 @ 1:15AMColorado’s newest laws pale compared with 2010. AP PHOTO/ED ANDRIESKI Gov. John Hickenlooper signs seven bills into law Tuesday at the Colorado Capitol, his first as governor.
Realtor faces 2nd investigation after 9Wants to Know story Sunday, February 27, 2011 @ 10:13PMDENVER - The Realtor who 9Wants to Know exposed for not presenting an offer to the seller he represented, faces an ethics investigation by the Denver Metropolitan Commercial Association of Realtors after a formal complaint was filed, 9NEWS has learned.
BRENDAN FITTERER | Times Sunday, February 27, 2011 @ 7:52PMBy Kris Hundley, Times Staff Writer Sunday, February 27, 2011 SARASOTA — Harvey Altholtz liked to brag about the millions he'd made from promising but penniless companies. Altholtz, owner of Wealth Strategy Partners, showed off spreadsheets tracking returns of 40 percent or more. He held lunch seminars at the Ritz-Carlton and entertained clients at his tony Sarasota home, often mentioning that ...
Brian Ross: Let Sleeping Congressmen Lie Thursday, February 17, 2011 @ 11:19AMIs your home in foreclosure? If you're a government worker, sleep in your office! If members of Congress can put a free roof over their head at the taxpayers' expense, why shouldn't you?
State investigation looks into real estate agent's deal with himself Wednesday, February 9, 2011 @ 10:19AMThe Colorado Division of Real Estate is investigating a Jefferson County real estate agent following a 9Wants to Know investigation into a transaction where a Realtor didn't bring an offer to
State investigation looks into real estate agent's deal with himself Tuesday, February 8, 2011 @ 8:05PM9WANTS TO KNOW DENVER - The Colorado Division of Real Estate is investigating a Jefferson County real estate agent following a 9Wants to Know investigation into a transaction where a Realtor didn't bring an offer to the seller and then turned around and bought the building at a foreclosure auction.
Beaufort Marine to recount his mortgage woes to Congress Tuesday, February 8, 2011 @ 6:43PMU.S. Marine Capt. Jonathon Rowles of Beaufort is to appear today before a congressional committee investigating allegations JPMorgan Chase repeatedly violated a federal law designed to protect active-duty military personnel from financial stress.
Dems: Obama Broke Pledge to Force Banks to Help Monday, February 7, 2011 @ 10:20AMBefore he took office, President Obama repeatedly promised voters and Democrats in Congress that he'd fight for changes to bankruptcy laws to help homeowners -- a tough approach that would force banks to modify mortgages.
Money & the Law: SCRA gives military personnel a break Friday, February 4, 2011 @ 2:00PMMoney & the Law: SCRA gives military personnel a break - Well, the financial-services industry has earned i
Dems: Obama broke pledge to force banks to help homeowners Friday, February 4, 2011 @ 1:08PMBefore he took office, President Obama repeatedly promised voters and Democrats in Congress that he’d fight for changes to bankruptcy laws to help homeowners. Some Democrats, however, now say the administration actually undermined this effort.
Former Pueblo resident charged in $1.5M Bellagio heist in Las Vegas Thursday, February 3, 2011 @ 2:17PMTony Carleo's losing streak began in Colorado. The Pueblo South High graduate's luck ran out Wednesday night when he was arrested by undercover Las Vegas police officers at the casino where he
Mortgage help can turn into disaster Friday, January 28, 2011 @ 12:06PMMany people who sought help under a federal program created to keep them from losing their homes are instead getting saddled with huge, unexpected bills. Thousands now face a stark choice: Go deeper into debt, or foreclosure.