http://www.consumeraffairs.com/news_index/homeowners.html Homeowner scams, lawsuits, prosecutions, company info and warnings from ConsumerAffairs.Com en-us Copyright 2004 ConsumerAffairs.Com info@consumeraffairs.com (Truman Lewis) jhood@consumeraffairs.com (Jim Hood) http://backend.userland.com/rss http://www.bankrate.com/finance/video/video-best-mortgage.aspx?pid=p:caf Shopping for a mortgage? Ask questions about the type of loan, fees and interest rate. Fri, 05 Mar 2010 02:20:00 GMT http://www.bankrate.com/finance/video/go-green-by-trading-in-your-old-electronics.aspx?pid=p:caf Go green by trading in your old electronics. Wed, 03 Mar 2010 15:36:00 GMT http://www.bankrate.com/news04/2010/02/existing_home_sales.html Hopes fade for 2010 housing recovery. Sun, 28 Feb 2010 19:49:00 GMT http://www.consumeraffairs.com/news04/2010/02/forensic_loan_audit.html No results for upfront money. Tue, 23 Feb 2010 23:40:00 GMT http://www.bankrate.com/finance/real-estate/5-questions-for-the-first-time-homebuyer-1.aspx?pid=p:caf Here's what to ask yourself to make your first homebuying experience a success. Wed, 10 Feb 2010 16:50:00 GMT http://www.bankrate.com/finance/real-estate/12-tips-to-buying-a-home-at-auction-1.aspx?pid=p:caf Regional home auctions are different from auctions at the courthouse. Here are tips for each. Wed, 10 Feb 2010 01:59:00 GMT http://www.consumeraffairs.com/news04/2010/02/ct_renters_rights.html But many renters remain unaware of new law Mon, 08 Feb 2010 20:10:00 GMT http://www.consumeraffairs.com/news04/2010/02/chase_loan_mods.html Homeowners eligible for mortgage relief being wrongfully denied because troubles not deemed 'permanent'. Sun, 07 Feb 2010 19:45:00 GMT http://www.bankrate.com/finance/personal-finance/go-basic-when-buying-major-appliances.aspx?pid=p:caf This month's Frugal $ense winner discovered a way to get big savings on major appliances. Sun, 07 Feb 2010 19:40:00 GMT http://www.bankrate.com/finance/real-estate/what-s-ahead-for-the-housing-market-1.aspx?pid=p:caf Demographics may mean tomorrow's home will get smaller, cheaper, and more energy-efficient. Sun, 07 Feb 2010 01:10:00 GMT http://www.bankrate.com/finance/mortgages/new-home-loan-modification-rules-coming-1.aspx?pid=p:caf Need a home loan modification? In June, homeowners must provide financial documents upfront. Mon, 01 Feb 2010 20:25:00 GMT http://www.bankrate.com/finance/mortgages/rates-recede-for-4th-week.aspx?pid=p:caf Mortgage rates remain low, and sales pick up as homebuyers rush to make a deal before tax credit ends Thu, 28 Jan 2010 21:40:00 GMT http://www.bankrate.com/finance/mortgages/tide-of-debt-sinks-home-values-1.aspx?pid=p:caf Tips for spotting the hidden debt that sinks home values: Is it lurking in your neighborhood? Thu, 28 Jan 2010 01:59:00 GMT http://www.bankrate.com/finance/real-estate/top-10-states-for-foreclosure-1.aspx?pid=p:caf Inflated prices, toxic mortgages and unemployment combined to cause a foreclosure tsunami. Mon, 25 Jan 2010 21:55:00 GMT http://www.bankrate.com/finance/mortgages/fha-loan-costs-to-increase.aspx?pid=p:caf FHA loans have low down payments, but will new premium increases make them less attractive? Mon, 25 Jan 2010 21:55:00 GMT http://www.consumeraffairs.com/news04/2010/01/home_sales02.html Buyers disappear with first expiration of tax credit Mon, 25 Jan 2010 19:45:00 GMT http://www.bankrate.com/finance/mortgages/which-mortgage-payment-plan-is-best.aspx?pid=p:caf An apples-to-apples comparison reveals the best mortgage payment plan option for one homeowner. Fri, 22 Jan 2010 22:35:00 GMT http://www.bankrate.com/finance/personal-finance/do-energy-efficient-appliances-add-up-1.aspx?pid=p:caf Efficient appliances can mean big monthly energy savings, but do they make financial sense? Fri, 22 Jan 2010 22:35:00 GMT http://www.consumeraffairs.com/news04/2010/01/samsung_tvs.html Consumers complain sets fail after two or three years of use. Fri, 22 Jan 2010 19:25:00 GMT http://www.bankrate.com/finance/real-estate/how-long-will-your-house-last-1.aspx?pid=p:caf Find out which items in your house could last a century, and which will need to be replaced. Thu, 21 Jan 2010 14:50:00 GMT http://www.consumeraffairs.com/news04/2010/01/propublica_loan_modifications.html $75 billion program is supposed to blunt the boom in foreclosures. Thu, 14 Jan 2010 23:59:00 GMT http://www.consumeraffairs.com/recalls04/2010/caramia_cribs.html Strangulation hazard. Thu, 14 Jan 2010 23:25:00 GMT http://www.consumeraffairs.com/news04/2010/01/la_drywall_suit.html State claims tax revenues have fallen because of toxic drywall Wed, 13 Jan 2010 20:25:00 GMT http://www.bankrate.com/finance/personal-finance/7-ways-movers-can-save-1.aspx?pid=p:caf Whether heading across country or down the street, movers can save by following these seven tips. Tue, 12 Jan 2010 16:50:00 GMT http://www.bankrate.com/finance/real-estate/5-off-the-wall-ways-to-sell-your-home-1.aspx?pid=p:caf Having trouble getting your home off the market? Try some of these offbeat methods. Tue, 12 Jan 2010 16:55:00 GMT http://www.consumeraffairs.com/news04/2010/01/space_heaters.html Keeping one room comfortable may allow you to lower thermostat Wed, 06 Jan 2010 18:50:00 GMT http://www.consumeraffairs.com/news04/2010/01/home_sales.html Sales drop just ahead of expected end to tax credit. Tue, 05 Jan 2010 21:00:00 GMT http://www.consumeraffairs.com/news04/2010/01/ambybaby_lawsuit.html Plaintiff's son strangled in hammock-like device Tue, 05 Jan 2010 01:10:00 GMT http://www.bankrate.com/finance/mortgages/10-savvy-homebuying-tips-for-2010-1.aspx?pid=p:caf Get out your calculators. Homebuying will require more research to find the best deals this year. Tue, 29 Dec 2009 18:55:00 GMT http://www.bankrate.com/finance/mortgages/solving-refinance-challenges-1.aspx?pid=p:caf Hit a traffic jam of bad news on the way to refinancing your mortgage? Here's what to do. Wed, 23 Dec 2009 20:05:00 GMT http://www.consumeraffairs.com/news04/2009/12/housing_market_2010.html Existing home sales surge, new home sales plunge Wed, 23 Dec 2009 18:09:00 GMT http://www.consumeraffairs.com/news04/2009/12/simplicity_cpsc03.html All cribs have been recalled but death toll rises to 11 Fri, 18 Dec 2009 01:01:00 GMT http://www.bankrate.com/finance/mortgages/mortgage-rates-climb-for-3rd-week.aspx?pid=p:caf As mortgage rates continue to rise, experts look at the challenges ahead in the housing market. Thu, 17 Dec 2009 18:05:00 GMT http://www.bankrate.com/finance/video/video-use-home-equity-to-pay-student-loans.aspx?pid=p:caf A woman asks if her children should pay off student loans by taking a home equity loan Wed, 16 Dec 2009 23:35:00 GMT http://www.bankrate.com/finance/auto/5-best-conditions-to-refinance-your-car-1.aspx?pid=p:caf If you fit these scenarios, you could save a lot of money Wed, 16 Dec 2009 23:35:00 GMT http://www.consumeraffairs.com/news04/2009/12/ny_home_warranties.html Defunct "warranty" company accused of defrauding customers Tue, 15 Dec 2009 23:40:00 GMT http://www.bankrate.com/finance/real-estate/5-biggest-home-inspection-mistakes-1.aspx?pid=p:caf An inspection can save you from buying a problem home. Here's how to make the most of it. Mon, 14 Dec 2009 20:55:00 GMT http://www.bankrate.com/finance/checking/how-to-avoid-fees-1.aspx?pid=p:caf New Orleans Saints coach is lead plaintiff Fri, 11 Dec 2009 23:09:00 GMT http://www.bankrate.com/finance/insurance/insuring-your-vacant-home-1.aspx?pid=p:caf Sellers who must leave their home vacant for a time are at risk without the proper insurance. Thu, 10 Dec 2009 16:30:00 GMT http://www.consumeraffairs.com/news04/2009/12/lg_energystar.html Department of Energy tests disqualify some models. Tue, 8 Dec 2009 16:50:00 GMT http://www.bankrate.com/finance/mortgages/today-s-affordable-housing-worth-a-look.aspx The current housing market should tempt any couple wondering if it's the right time to buy. Mon, 7 Dec 2009 18:40:00 GMT http://www.consumeraffairs.com/news04/2009/12/mortgage_rate_lows.html New signs of housing market improvement? Fri, 4 Dec 2009 18:30:00 GMT http://www.consumeraffairs.com/news04/2009/12/winter_heat.html Some steps cost nothing to implement Wed, 2 Dec 2009 20:35:00 GMT http://www.consumeraffairs.com/news04/2009/12/shingles.html Charges defective design, fraudulent marketing. Tue, 2 Dec 2009 16:05:00 GMT http://www.consumeraffairs.com/news04/2009/12/october_home_sales.html Housing news bullish for ninth consecutive month Tue, 1 Dec 2009 20:05:00 GMT http://www.bankrate.com/finance/home-equity/homeowners-hope-to-slash-heloc-cost.aspx?pid=p:caf Homeowners hoping to slash their home equity line of credit payment have many options to explore. Tue, 1 Dec 2009 18:20:00 GMT http://www.bankrate.com/finance/mortgages/4-tips-for-the-homebuyer-tax-credit-1.aspx?pid=p:caf Want to take advantage of the extended and expanded homebuyer tax credit? Follow these tips. Tue, 1 Dec 2009 18:20:00 GMT http://www.consumeraffairs.com/news04/2009/11/il_nj_mortgage_fraud.html Illinois, New Jersey among states taking action Mon, 30 Nov 2009 18:16:00 GMT http://www.consumeraffairs.com/news04/2009/11/obama_mods.html Few loans modified under administration program. Mon, 30 Nov 2009 15:40:00 GMT http://www.consumeraffairs.com/recalls04/2009/drywall_claims.html Private class action claims due before December 2. Tue, 24 Nov 2009 16:15:00 GMT http://www.consumeraffairs.com/news04/2009/11/cpsc_drywall.html CPSC to look into possible fixes. Mon, 23 Nov 2009 21:10:00 GMT http://www.consumeraffairs.com/news04/2009/11/existing_homes.html Tax credit spurs flurry of October sales. Mon, 23 Nov 2009 20:50:00 GMT http://www.bankrate.com/finance/mortgages/rates-drop-to-all-time-low.aspx?pid=p:caf Despite record low rates, mortgage applications have plummeted recently. What's the problem? Thu, 19 Nov 2009 20:05:00 GMT http://www.consumeraffairs.com/news04/2009/11/fl_homeowners.html Consumers complain about getting a runaround from servicers Wed, 18 Nov 2009 22:55:00 GMT http://www.consumeraffairs.com/news04/2009/11/foreclosures_slow.html October foreclosure activity down from previous month, but up year-over-year Thu, 12 Nov 2009 17:55:00 GMT http://www.consumeraffairs.com/news04/2009/11/pge_suit.html Utility accused of negligence, fraud in SmartMeter program. Sun, 8 Nov 2009 17:05:00 GMT http://www.bankrate.com/finance/mortgages/homebuyer-tax-credit-extended-and-expanded.aspx?pid=p:caf Congress approves an extension of the homebuyer tax credit making existing homeowners eligible, too. Fri, 6 Nov 2009 18:05:00 GMT http://www.consumeraffairs.com/news04/2009/11/fannie_lease.html Fannie Mae launches new effort to prevent foreclosures. Fri, 6 Nov 2009 17:10:00 GMT