foreclosures

Federal probe into robosigning reaches initial settlement

The federal government has completed its investigation into the robosigning scandal and reached an initial settlement with the banks involved.

Wednesday, April 13th, 2011 by

By Peter Stone

Paying mortgages getting easier, but housing still depressed

Surveys of consumers are revealing that homeowners are finding it easier to pay the mortgage, but the housing market is still depressed.

Tuesday, April 5th, 2011 by

By Peter Stone

Mortgage rates rise despite crippled demand for housing

Mortgage interest rates are steadily climbing away from the near record lows that were recently observed, but home sales are staying low.

Thursday, March 24th, 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.

Mortgage modification programs under fire from Republicans

Federal mortgage modification programs are coming under fire for not working. Congressional Republicans want to cut them and save $38 billion.

Friday, February 25th, 2011 by

By Peter Stone

Mortgage delinquencies decline, but foreclosures rise

The real estate industry has some reason to celebrate, as mortgage delinquencies have declined. However, foreclosures are still rising.

Thursday, February 17th, 2011 by

By Peter Stone

Falling home values put record number of mortgages under water

As home prices have continually fallen during the recession, it is estimated that 27 percent of homeowners are under water on their mortgages.

Thursday, February 10th, 2011 by

By Peter Stone

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.

Thousands of Nevada foreclosures halted by injunction

A judge's restraining order has halted almost 9,000 foreclosures in Nevada, but Bank of America says that this is not in the public interest.

Tuesday, February 1st, 2011 by

By Mary Rice

Fannie Mae wants to defer strategic default with consequences

Fannie Mae, which owns or guarantees more than half the mortgages in the U.S., wants to crack down on the surging trend of strategic default.

Wednesday, June 23rd, 2010 by

By Thomas Hart

Bottom drops out of Fannie Mae losses

Fannie Mae has just posted record losses and is asking for $8 billion more from the government. Just how bad off is Fannie Mae? READ ON...

Monday, May 10th, 2010 by

By Peter Stone

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.

Home Sellers Should Use Small Personal Loans to Fund Shortfalls

The main post-recessionary reason people have shortfalls is due to the loss of value on their property. Home sellers are using small personal loans... READ MORE

Thursday, March 11th, 2010 by

By Isabel Velasquez

Borrowing Money and Government Aid Can’t Stop Foreclosures

Although consumers are using credit cards, borrowing money and asking for government aid, foreclosure numbers are still expected to rise.

Wednesday, January 6th, 2010 by

By Tito Ioane

Bulk REO Packages Offer Sexy Investment Opportunities

Those looking for the best places to invest money are finding that bulk REO packages, sold by real estate finance companies, offer incredible profit potential.