False foreclosures: More great news for homeowners

Incidents involving false foreclosures are on the rise in the U.S., where the foreclosure process is now choked by inefficiency and fraud.
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Nevada Attorney General sues Bank of America over foreclosures

Despite 50-state talks that are ongoing, Nevada and Arizona have sued Bank of America, claiming their foreclosure negotiations are not "in good faith."
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Bank loan modification is more likely to end in default

More people are getting loan mods from banks than through the HAMP program, but people are more likely default on a bank loan modification.
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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.
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 Video is getting bankruptcy loan modification

Blockbuster has filed for bankruptcy in order to get some loan modification. The huge video rental chain has been losing ground for years.
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More new homes that no one wants to borrow money for

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.
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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.
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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.
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.

Is the federal mortgage modification program worth it?

The Federal mortgage modification program has not been that successful. Less than half of participants get their loans modified permanently.
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Mortgage applications increase; loan modification falls

Mortgage applications are down 40 percent from a year ago, but they are starting to raise slightly. Most applications are for refinancing.
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SUNY enacts greater protection for students against credit cards

SUNY has just changed the rules about how credit card companies can market on campuses. There is rising concern about debt among students.
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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.
Credit checks can hurt your credit score and providing collateral for a loan is an unneccessary risk which can be avoided.

Even the wealthy need instant money sometimes

A person could think that the middle class suffer more in recessions. Some very wealthy people are actually losing homes to foreclosure.
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Debt settlement relief unavailable when it comes to student loans

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.
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Auto loan modification could be a good option

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...
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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.
Traditional loans require a credit check which puts a hard inquiry on your credit report which in many cases lowers your overall credit rating.

U.S. Supreme Court to consider credit card notification

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.
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