Mortgage Refinance Blog Category

Latest Blog Posts

  • Denied for a Home Loan Mod...Is Foreclosure Next?!
    Denied for a home loan modification, credit score in the gutter, debt through the roof...how can I keep my house and avoid foreclosure?
  • Careful! A Loan Modification Can Hurt Your Credit
    When foreclosure seems imminent, a loan modification seems like a godsend. The benefit is a mortgage payment borrowers can afford, but the true cost, many are discovering, is a damaged credit score.
  • Round-Up of FTC Consumer Resources
    The Federal Trade Commission is the government agency designed to "protect America's consumers." It was created in 1914, and has gained greater and greater authority through the years. Here's a round-up of the key online resources the FTC offers you.
  • Beware! 15 Common Scams That Can Steal Your Money
    One of the worst things that can happen to you financially is to become the victim of a scam. The good news is that you can do a lot to protect yourself. Knowing what the most common scams are can help you to avoid becoming a victim. Here’s a look at fifteen scams that you should know about.
  • New Website Tells if You Qualify for Mortgage Relief
    Do you know if you're eligible for help under the U.S. Treasury's new "Making Home Affordable" plan? 7 to 9 million homeowners in the U.S. will qualify for a loan modification or refinance under this initiative. A new website quickly lets you know if you're one of them.
  • Friday Grab Bag - 4/17/2009
    Each week we point you to interesting news tidbits, personal finance advice, and scam alerts that we think you’ll find interesting or helpful. Check here every Friday for informative and slightly off-the-wall takes on issues related to the economy, credit, and identity theft.