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China () - Property prices in 70 Chinese cities in a government survey fell in December from the previous month, marking the third straight decline after developers cut prices to boost sales amid Beijing's campaign to cool the property market.

World () - A skyscraper building boom in China and India may be a sign of an impending economic correction in two of Asia's largest economies, according to a new report by Barclays Capital.

China (online.wsj.com) - China's property prices fell for the fourth straight month in December, adding further pressure on Chinese consumers at a time when both the domestic and global economy increasingly depend on their spending.

UK () - December, and the outlook for this year is “uncertain,” Halifax said.

San Francisco () - It's the most wonderful time of the year at the house on 3650 21st St. But not necessarily for its owners.

Beiging () - Average property prices in Chinese cities saw a second consecutive monthly drop in November, according to government data released Sunday, in a further sign that Beijing's two-year tightening campaign to cool the red-hot property market is having an impact.

World () - Many companies that collect mortgage payments hire outside firms to train employees and develop scripts for them to use when talking to borrowers. But Ocwen Financial Corp., which specializes in risky loans, has its own team of social psychologists.

World () - An increasing number of people are choosing to rent out their house instead of selling at a loss. But managing a property has its headaches.