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Wrongful Foreclosure Settlement for Military Members

The U.S. Department of Justice and Attorney General Eric Holder recently reached a substantial settlement that will provide significant compensation …

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Finally, A Housing Rebound?

Builders started construction on more new homes in November than they have during any month for almost two years, according …

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Ask the Credit Experts: Should I Walk Away From My Home?

Our series about six options if you are underwater on your home has drawn a lot of comments. Some readers …

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The Center for Responsible Lending released a study today that documents a trend in American foreclosures that is startling, yet …

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Propublica's FAQ on the Foreclosure Reviews

by Paul Kiel, ProPublica, Nov. 4, 2011

As we reported today, federal banking regulators have launched a foreclosure review process. …

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Current on the Mortgage, but Delinquent on Property Taxes

One question we hear from time to time at Credit.com and elsewhere is what happens to a homeowner who is …

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If you’re thinking about buying or refinancing a home, now may be a pretty good time to do it. Interest …

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Fed: Anti-Foreclosure Programs Can Succeed

By now the government knows how to create a program that totally stinks at preventing foreclosures. As we reported late …

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Consumer Financial Watchdog Asks for Soldiers' Input

The government’s newest consumer watchdog is looking for information about financial services targeted to members of the military. In a …

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Paying For College With a HELOC?

I was surprised to learn how – in this economy – one parent is planning to finance her son’s college tuition with a home equity line of credit. Is this a smart idea?

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