On the Cauchy problem for a two-component Degasperis-Procesi system

This paper is concerned with the Cauchy problem for a two-component Degasperis-Procesi system. Firstly, the local well-posedness for this system in the nonhomogeneous Besov spaces is established. Then the precise blow-up scenario for strong solutions to the system is derived. Finally, two new blow-up criterions and the exact blow-up rate of strong solutions to the system are presented

Mapping New England: heating fuel usage in southern New England

Two maps of southern New England tap 2006 American Community Survey data to show the heating fuels most often used in owner-occupied housing units versus the fuels favored in renter-occupied units.Energy consumption - New England

Foreclosure's price-depressing spillover effects on local properties: a literature review

The costs of foreclosure often spill over from foreclosed properties to other nearby properties. This short paper reviews some of the research on foreclosure's price-depressing impact on sales of nearby properties, only one of several forms of spillover effects. The studies reviewed here focus on various cities, use different datasets and methodologies, employ different assumptions, and cover different time periods. Their conclusions about foreclosure effects range from reducing nearby properties' sales value by as little as 0.9% to as much as 8.7%. Research also shows that negative spillover effects tend to diminish with distance and time, as does the marginal impact of each additional foreclosure. This paper also presents two studies with rough estimates on New England communities' possible losses from foreclosures' spillover effects on nearby property values.Foreclosure ; Foreclosure - New England ; Housing - Prices ; Housing - Prices - New England

Mapping New England: child poverty by county

Childhood poverty is a concern in itself and also because it often leads to adult poverty. Communities & Banking looks at the region’s changing child poverty rate between 1997 and 2007.Poverty - New England ; Poor children - New England

Mapping New England: real estate owned properties in New England

Lenders often end up owning places they foreclose on. Understanding where such real estate owned (REO) properties cluster may help communities to target stabilization funds better.Foreclosure ; Real property

The golden years dilemma

With 3.2 million baby boomers eligible to retire this year, how many will be able to meet daily financial needs and still preserve home equity? The author advises seniors to plan carefully and learn about the many forms of assistance available.Retirement income ; Home equity loans ; Baby boom generation ; Population aging - New England

Foreclosure prevention and intervention efforts in New England

As foreclosure rates have risen across New England, many have been asking for clarification about the full range of resources available to borrowers. This article describes the foreclosure prevention and intervention efforts currently underway in New England. We highlight the region’s largest initiatives as well as discuss the challenges these programs are facing as they work to provide assistance to consumers.Foreclosure - New England ; Mortgage loans - New England