December 9 Biz Minute

, helping to bolster this fragile economic recovery. The Mortgage Bankers Association said today that demand for US home loans rose last week to the highest level in about 2 months but nearly three of every four loan requests was for a refinancing rather than a buy. General Mills — the maker of Lucky Charms, Trix and Cocoa Puffs — announced plans today to reduce the amount of sugar in its cereals marketed to children. The go comes as many food companies alter their products and …

Reid and Housing Secretary Discuss Foreclosures in Southern Nevada

economic recovery and the steps we’re taking to make recovery a reality. I’m particularly pleased to announce today that through President Obama’s Building Home Affordable plot we will now be allowing more struggling Americans to qualify for refinancing under the Home Affordable refinance program. I’m also pleased to announce today that we will be bringing in HUD reinforcements on the ground here in Nevada to help Nevadans cope with the housing and economic crisis, and give them the support …