Tag: foreclosures
Heartache for HAMP
It’s no secret that the federal government’s Home Affordable Modification Program, or HAMP, has produced lackluster results
Speed ‘Em Up or Slow ‘Em Down?
the Florida State Legislature was launching a $9.6 million effort intended to unclog the court system by establishing foreclosures-only courts across the state
The Disproportionate Impact of Foreclosures
Communities of color have always lagged far behind in homeownership, and foreclosures are making the situation worse. During the heyday of the subprime lending...
Cleaning Up After The Foreclosure Tsunami: Tackling Bank Walk-Aways ...
The story of the American foreclosure crisis begins with reckless and abusive lending that leads to a wholesale emptying out of homes. But the story is far from over.
Taking the Bull by the Horns
As they rebuild from the financial meltdown of 2008, policymakers can finally craft measures to guarantee healthy communities and secure homes for all Americans.