Eversince President Obama announced the Making Home Affordable Program (HAMP) to attack the housing crisis head on, there have been many...
HAMP – One More Time.
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Finances
Counseling Works—A Definitely Maybe Dilemma!
In trouble with your mortgage? Feeling a bit desperate? What to do, what to do? Don’t fall for a scam that offers you quick and ready help. ...
New Credit Card Laws Not a Win/Win for Consumers
There’s good news and bad news for consumers about what banks can do now that long-anticipated changes to credit card laws have taken effect on February 22, 2010.
How Bad Credit Costs You
As anyone who has watched silly commercials about people with poor credit being doomed to drive hoopties or make their living in costume at a...
Lower the Principle, Lower Loan Modification Default Rates
Loan modifications would have a better chance of working if the principle was lowered according to a study by the New York Federal Reserve Bank.
New Home Buyer Credit Help Will Bring You Short Sale Buyers
If you are trying to sell your home at short sale, the extended, expanded home buyer tax credit could be your best friend. Short sales are ideally a...
Alternatives for a Fresh Start
If you are in financial distress and fear you will lose your home, you may feel frustrated and hopeless. Some of the alternatives presented to you may seem pretty much the same: you will lose your home.
A RESPONSE TO RECENT BLOGS…
Recently, a blog on our work at Illinois Avenue caught our eye, and we posted this response (You can read the original at Concrete Jungle). Our...
Sell Your House Fast. Start Your Own Economic Stimulus Package
We don't know what your current personal financial situation is. Nor the condition of your house. Here's something to think about. Chances Are...
Don’t Sell Your House To a Snake! Tips from Express Homebuyers
To Help You Make Sure You're Dealing With a Reputable House Buying Firm! After all, at some level, it's a home you're selling. Here are a few things...