Category Archives: Home Finance

Housing Outlook is More Upbeat

Courtesy of Julie Schmit, USA Today Optimism is building that the housing industry is nearing a bottom — finally. Home sales and home building are forecast to rise this year after sliding steeply the past five years in housing’s worst … Continue reading

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Avoid Foreclosure Rescue Scams

By: Donna Fuscaldo Published: January 15, 2010 With foreclosure rescue scams widespread as more homeowners fall behind on mortgage payments, be smart if you seek help. A record high 2.8 million properties were hit with foreclosure notices in 2009, putting … Continue reading

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Foreclosure Counselors: What They Can and Can’t Do

By: G. M. Filisko Published: August 4, 2010 Foreclosure counselors can make the difference between losing your home and keeping it. Here’s how they work and how to choose one. If you’re facing foreclosure, your foreclosure counselor will be a … Continue reading

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