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2008 Wake County Fall Housing Fair

August 19th, 2008 by Kenneth Long

Event Date: Thursday, November 13, 2008

(Zebulon, NC) The Fall Housing Fair for the Wake County Supportive Housing Program will provide information and services for prospective renters and homeowners. Read the rest of this entry »

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NC Eliminates Yield Spread Premiums on Subprime Mortgages

July 24th, 2008 by Kenneth Long

The NC legislature unanimously passed HB 2188, which becomes effective October 1, 2008 following Governor Easley’s signature. This bill protects unsuspecting consumers from rogue behaviors of mortgage brokers. Read the rest of this entry »

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Maryland Has New Financial Counseling Hotline

June 5th, 2008 by Kenneth Long

Maryland residents now have a new hotline devoted to financial counseling. This collaboration between nonprofit organizations gives residents a source for budget advice and credit counseling. Read the rest of this entry »

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FTC Charges Home Buyers Consulting Network

May 27th, 2008 by Kenneth Long

A credit repair scheme operating in North Carolina has been charged by the Federal Trade Commission (FTC) for violations of federal law. Home Buyers Consulting Network (HBCN) faced a civil judgment of $573,000 and $40,000 in restitution. Read the rest of this entry »

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