Many people who bought homes or refinanced lately now owe more than their homes are worth.

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But the bad news for savers does not seem to translate into good news for borrowers - or not lately, at least.

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Because they successfully pool everyone to pay for it, the cost is borne by all, not just the people who know now they want to start a family or have lately been struggling with severe depression.

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