Posts with tag risk

Consumer Bureau Proposes Rules for Risky Mortgages

By Blake Ellis NEW YORK -- The Consumer Financial Protection Bureau has proposed rules aimed at protecting more borrowers from getting stuck with mortgages carrying high rates and fees or risky terms. The government's consumer watchdog is seeking to allow more consumers to qualify for the protections offered by the Home... Continue Reading »

Investment Banks Are Afraid of Your Mortgage

While House reps sleep in after their weekend health care marathon, this afternoon the Senate Banking Committee starts poring over the financial reform bill introduced by Senator Christopher Dodd (D-CT). A little detail in there is set to have a huge impact. It boils down to a prudent bit of behavior known colloquially... Continue Reading »

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