Home prices drop as foreclosure rates soar
Home price index reports home prices down nationally by the largest margin since 28008, partially due to increased number of foreclosures.
Friday, May 27th, 2011 by By Ron Ford
Strategic defaulters more likely to be financially educated
Strategic default has been discussed more during the housing recession, and the people who do it are generally more financially savvy.
Monday, April 25th, 2011 by By Peter Stone
14 banks ordered to pay homeowners back for bad foreclosures
Terms of the robosigning settlement include 14 financial institutions having to repay homeowners whose homes were wrongfully foreclosed.
Wednesday, April 13th, 2011 by By Peter Stone
How Can Your Credit Score Be Saved With Something As Simple As A Payday Loan?
Millions of people every year fall short on various bills and lose credit points. Payday loans are a no credit check option that can ease the pain.
Maryland charging a foreclosure maintenance fee
In effort to slow down plummeting home values, a Maryland county is asking state lawmakers for the right to charge a fee on foreclosed homes.
Tuesday, February 22nd, 2011 by By Mary Rice
Chase Bank in trouble for treatment of servicemember loans
Active duty servicemembers with mortgages or student loans through JPMorgan Chase are facing additional fines or changes to repayment.
Monday, February 7th, 2011 by By Mary Rice
Administration: Principal reduction keeps foreclosures in check
The regulator for Fannie and Freddie won't let the agencies participate in principal reduction to stem a rising tide of underwater mortgages.
Friday, December 17th, 2010 by By Thomas Hart
Facts About Installment Loans Everyone Should Know Before Applying Online
Are installment loans online safe and secure? Is applying a big hassle with tons of hoops to jump through? We have the facts you want to know.
Arizona sues Bank of America over loan modifications
Arizona is suing Bank of America for fraud over mortgage loan modification practices. Nevada reportedly will follow suit in the near future.
Friday, December 17th, 2010 by By Steve Tarlow
U.S. home ownership rates falling as foreclosure crisis deepens
U.S. home ownership rates have fallen to the lowest level in a decade, and millions of Americans are expected to lose their homes in 2011...
Tuesday, November 2nd, 2010 by By Thomas Hart
Renting with bad credit requires a strategy for success
Renting with bad credit is a challenge more people are facing. It's possible if renters use these basic elements of a strategy to succeed.
Tuesday, September 21st, 2010 by By Thomas Hart
How To Get A Cash Advance Without Providing Collateral or Submitting To A Credit Check
Credit checks can hurt your credit score and providing collateral for a loan is an unneccessary risk which can be avoided.
Repossessions by mortgage loan lenders climb
Foreclosures by banks are declining, but repossessions, which do the same thing without the paperwork, are skyrocketing as well as auctions.
Thursday, September 16th, 2010 by By Peter Stone
Existing home sales dip 2.6 percent in June
Existing home sales lagged by 2.6 percent in June, after a 30 percent drop in May. The tax credit expiration has severely hurt the market…
Tuesday, August 3rd, 2010 by By Steve Tarlow
Walking away | The basics of strategic default
Simply walking away from a mortgage, even when you can pay it, can be a very smart -- or very bad -- decision. Learn more here. READ MORE...
Wednesday, June 16th, 2010 by By Mary Rice
How Personal Loans Online Can Prevent Your FICO Credit Score From Going Down
Traditional loans require a credit check which puts a hard inquiry on your credit report which in many cases lowers your overall credit rating.
What can you do with an underwater home mortgage?
Having an underwater home mortgage doesn't offer many good options, but new federal programs can offer some flexibility. CONTINUE READING...
Wednesday, May 5th, 2010 by By Thomas Hart
Americans Turn to Cash Advances in the Struggling Economy
Cash Advances are becoming more popular thanks to the struggling US economy
Tuesday, March 9th, 2010 by By Sarah Eicher
Mortgage Foreclosed? You Might Still Owe Money
Did you know that even if you have to turn over the keys and walk away from your home, you may still be liable for the unpaid balance on your mortgage?
Friday, February 12th, 2010 by By Katherine Brown
How To Use Short Term Loans To Get Through a Budget Crisis Wisely
Everyone finds themsevles in a budget crisis from time to time and short term loans are only the answer in some circumstances when used wisely.
Foreclosures, Bad Money Lenders and Unemployment
Despite over a year of foreclosures, bad money lenders and unemployment, Americans are hopeful that 2010 will bring positive changes.
Wednesday, January 6th, 2010 by By Thomas Kazee
Subprime Mortgage Study Exposes Yield Spread Premium Money Trap
Consumer groups are calling for the abolishment of yield spread premiums on subprime mortgages. The gross profits lead to foreclosure, they claim.
Monday, December 21st, 2009 by By Steve Tarlow
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