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Minn. economy buffeted by crosscurrents
High energy prices have become the No. 1 issue for Minnesotans in this year’s presidential race. High food prices are important, too, but they cut both ways in the agricultural state. FULL STORY
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Realtors peddle homes to bike-happy clients
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Mortgage rates at lowest in more than a month
Mortgage applications up for first time in weeks
Builders get creative to lure homebuyers
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Study: Bankruptcies soar for senior citizens
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