Incidents involving false foreclosures are on the rise in the U.S., where the foreclosure process is now choked by inefficiency and fraud.
Wednesday, December 22nd, 2010 by
By Steve Tarlow
Despite 50-state talks that are ongoing, Nevada and Arizona have sued Bank of America, claiming their foreclosure negotiations are not "in good faith."
Tuesday, December 21st, 2010 by
By Mary Rice
More people are getting loan mods from banks than through the HAMP program, but people are more likely default on a bank loan modification.
Monday, September 27th, 2010 by
By Peter Stone
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.
Blockbuster has filed for bankruptcy in order to get some loan modification. The huge video rental chain has been losing ground for years.
Saturday, September 25th, 2010 by
By Peter Stone
New homes are still being built. This summer saw an increase of new home construction, but fewer are secure enough to borrow money for one.
Wednesday, September 22nd, 2010 by
By Peter Stone
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
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.
The Federal mortgage modification program has not been that successful. Less than half of participants get their loans modified permanently.
Wednesday, September 15th, 2010 by
By Peter Stone
Mortgage applications are down 40 percent from a year ago, but they are starting to raise slightly. Most applications are for refinancing.
Wednesday, September 8th, 2010 by
By Peter Stone
SUNY has just changed the rules about how credit card companies can market on campuses. There is rising concern about debt among students.
Tuesday, September 7th, 2010 by
By Peter Stone
Credit checks can hurt your credit score and providing collateral for a loan is an unneccessary risk which can be avoided.
A person could think that the middle class suffer more in recessions. Some very wealthy people are actually losing homes to foreclosure.
Saturday, September 4th, 2010 by
By Peter Stone
Student loan debt loads have increased over the years. Not only do students usually have $20,000 in debt, they have high risk of default.
Tuesday, August 31st, 2010 by
By Peter Stone
You know you can refinance auto loans? In fact, this is a great time to do it. Rates are low, and you can save serious money if you do...
Monday, August 30th, 2010 by
By Peter Stone
Traditional loans require a credit check which puts a hard inquiry on your credit report which in many cases lowers your overall credit rating.
McCoy v. Chase is asking the Supreme Court to decide if credit card companies have to notify customers of things they have already agreed to.
Monday, June 21st, 2010 by
By Mary Rice
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