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April 2009Launch of Government’s Consumer Website for Responsible Homeowners Seeking Relief The MakingHomeAffordable.gov website provides information about the federal government's loan modification and refinancing program. The site provides self assessment tools to help homeowners determine if they are eligible for the program and calculators to estimate possible mortgage payment reductions. Additional resources include frequently asked questions, a checklist of information you need before you talk to your mortgage servicer and help finding a free HUD-approved housing counselor. The federal government also has information about the Making Home Affordable and other financial stability plan initiatives on the FinancialStability.gov website. blog comments powered by Disqus |
Web LinksSeptember 2010Floods in Pakistan: FTC Warns Consumers to Give Wisely. Following these tips will help you make sure your money goes to aid the flood victims. Do you like to give or use gift cards? Then you'll like these new rules for gift cards. Concerned abourt your privacy online? Then check out the articles in Consumer Action News' Summer Issue. Disasters can have unexpected consequences that impact your privacy and your personal information. This article from the Privacy Rights Clearinghouse can help you be prepared. |