Category Archives: Chapter 13
Foreclosures Stop Temporarily for Atlanta Homeowners
Freddie Mac is feeling more Santa than Scrooge this season – if for only a brief period of time. For the third year in a row, the government-backed mortgage giant plans to stop foreclosure evictions between Dec. 20 and Jan. 4. It’s good news for seriously delinquent homeowners who might have otherwise lost the roof… Read More »
Mortgage Companies Temporarily Suspend Chicago Foreclosures
It looks like even mortgage companies are feeling the holiday spirit this time of year. Freddie Mac recently announced plans to stop foreclosures from Dec. 20 to Jan. 3 – long enough for folks to stay in their homes during the Christmas season. Fannie Mae has pledged to halt evictions as well. With millions of… Read More »
Foreclosure Process Comes Under Fire in All 50 States
It seems nothing has been able to slow the tidal wave of recession-related foreclosures – that is, until now. State officials across the U.S. are joining forces to investigate illegal activities that could have led to thousands of unfair foreclosures over the past few years, according to the AP Press. Allegedly, lenders have been allowing… Read More »
State Officials Across the U.S. Investigate Legality of Foreclosures
It’s still a shot in the dark, but there’s a possibility that some foreclosed homes could be returned to their owners, according to Chicago bankruptcy attorneys. Officials in every state across the U.S. – including Washington D.C. – are investigating improperly handled documents and illegal activities that may have allowed lenders to foreclose on thousands… Read More »
Bankruptcy Can Do What Atlanta Debt Relief Companies Can’t
When you think of a debt relief company, you usually think of a company that, you know, relieves debt. But believe it or not, you might be wrong. We’ve all heard the claims by debt relief firms, be it on the radio, TV or our computer. They can negotiate with creditors on your behalf, lowering… Read More »