As part of a crackdown on scammers preying on struggling homeowners, the Federal Trade Commission said Thursday that it nabbed a Florida company that lured people into paying up to $2,500 in upfront fees by falsely claiming it would save their homes from foreclosure. (Today)

Mortgage rates for U.S. homes set a record low for the sixth straight week, potentially freeing up money for consumers to spend elsewhere. (Today)

Its beauty belies the dark origins of Seafield House, an austere example of contemporary architecture just a short jog from the Finchley Golf Club in the North London borough of Barnet. (Today)

IN the wee hours of July 14, Elizabeth Roach, a 70-year-old widow, got out of bed and went to the living room of her Virginia ranch home. She sat in her favorite chair for 15 minutes, then returned to bed. (Today)

"IF I ever need to go to a nursing home, kill me first." (Today)