This week we learned that…

… The notion of securitizing subprime mortgages has a long and proud history. [Mother Jones]

… It is essential that someone do this. [NY Times]

… REBNY is upset that the Times’ Christine Haughney didn’t seem to enjoy their last gala. [NY Observer]

… You might want to pass on that Centex home you’ve been considering. [AP via Yahoo!]

… Dwell has perhaps never been put to better use. [Unhappy Hipsters]

… Manhattan landlords’ rent-increase fingers are getting twitchy. [Curbed]

… Goldman Sachs is getting back into the mortgage business. [Gawker]

…The Donald wants some of that sweet, sweet Stuy Town action.