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Ilyce Glink is an award-winning, nationally-syndicated columnist, best-selling author, and radio and television personality. She is the best-known consumer advocate for home buyers, sellers, and owners, and her content touches millions of readers, viewers, and listeners each week. She is the Founder/CEO of Best Money Moves, an employee benefit that companies provide that helps employees measure financial stress, then dials it down with a unique content mapping system. She is also the Founder/CEO of Think Glink Media, a digital content agency, and the Publisher of ThinkGlink.com. Listen to Ilyce on WGN Radio each week, follow her on Twitter, and sign up for the ThinkGlink free weekly newsletter, in the blue box at the bottom of this page.
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Foreclosure Counseling From NeighborWorks America Reaches 1 Million Homeowners

By | August 12th, 2010|

Foreclosure Counseling by NeighborWorks America reaches 1 million homeowners. NeighborWorks America announced that more than 1,000,000 homeowners facing foreclosure received counseling thanks to the Congressionally-funded National Foreclosure Mitigation Counseling (NFMC) Program. NeighborWorks America anticipates even more homeowners will want counseling with 4 million more homeowners expected to enter into foreclosure this year. The report also includes new information about the cause of foreclosure and the effectiveness of foreclosure counseling.

Reform In Credit Card Rules Result In Additional Protection For Consumers

By | August 11th, 2010|

New credit card rules will go into effect on Aug. 22, 2010 according to the Independent Community Bankers of America. New credit card rules deal with over-the-limit fees, inactivity fees and annual percentage rates. Penalties from credit card companies will not be allowed to exceed $25 in many cases. In addition, the new rules require credit card companies to explain increases in one’s APR and reevaluate that rate increase biannually.

Ilyce Glink Show – August 8, 2010 – Investing Advice from Dan Solin, Fred Glick

By | August 8th, 2010|

Ilyce Glink Show Notes - August 8, 2010 - Dan Solin, Fred Glick, John Damiano and Oxygen Financial Founders Ted Jenkin and Kile Lewis are guests on the show today. John Damiano, an associate broker with RE/MAX of Greater Atlanta talked about the number of foreclosures and short sales being sold in Atlanta. Dan Solin, a registered investment advisor and blogger for Equifax Personal Finance Blog, Huffington Post, and AOL discussed his favorite index fund strategy for investors. Ted Jenkin and Kile Lewis took the opposite tack and talked about picking individual company stocks. And, real estate broker and mortgage broker Fred Glick discussed the economy and why loans are so tough to get. Visit Ilyce's blogfor more information and links.

Ilyce Glink Show Notes – August 8, 2010 – Dan Solin, Fred Glick

By | August 8th, 2010|

Ilyce Glink Show Notes - August 8, 2010 - Dan Solin, Fred Glick, John Damiano and Oxygen Financial Founders Ted Jenkin and Kile Lewis are guests on the show today. John Damiano, an associate broker with RE/MAX of Greater Atlanta talked about the number of foreclosures and short sales being sold in Atlanta. Dan Solin, a registered investment advisor and blogger for Equifax Personal Finance Blog, Huffington Post, and AOL discussed his favorite index fund strategy for investors. Ted Jenkin and Kile Lewis took the opposite tack and talked about picking individual company stocks. And, real estate broker and mortgage broker Fred Glick discussed the economy and why loans are so tough to get.

FHA Launches Program to Help Underwater Homeowners

By | August 6th, 2010|

The U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development announced the adjustments it's planning to make to its refinance program today. Starting September 7, 2010, the Federal Housing Administration (FHA) will offer to write off at least ten percent of the unpaid principal balance for certain ‘underwater’ non-FHA borrowers. Read the full press release to see if you will qualify.

Quit Claim Deed To Remove Spouse From Deed

By | August 6th, 2010|

A husband uses a quit claim deed to remove his spouse's name from the deed. Bad credit makes it hard to get a loan. Removing the name of a spouse with bad credit from a deed might help in getting a loan. If your name is removed from a deed find out if your name is still on the mortgage for that home. There are a few other reasons to have your spouse sign a quit claim deed and remove their name from the deed.

Use Home Equity Line of Credit to Purchase HUD Home

By | August 6th, 2010|

A home equity line of credit could help to buy an HUD home as an investment property. A good credit score and a solid cash position make it easier to get home equity line of credit. Investment property loans are another option with buying an HUD as a second home. It may be faster to get a second home loan instead of a home equity line of credit. A couple with good credit scores is looking for loans to start investing in real estate with an HUD property.

Fraudulent Loan Leads To Bank Seizure Of Short Sale

By | August 6th, 2010|

Countrywide loan fraud led to bank seizure for unsuspecting homeowner. Her loan was deemed fraudulent and the homeowner discovered a bank seizure on her rental home. The property is not in foreclosure but the owner was in the process of selling her rental home in a short sale. Her best option may be to file lawsuit against the lender. Contacting a real estate attorney is the next step.

Buying A Short Sale Headed for Foreclosure, Buy Now or Wait?

By | August 6th, 2010|

While planning to buy a short sale the house moves to foreclosure. Should you buy the home as a short sale or try to buy the foreclosed home at a foreclosure auction? Is it better to buy now or wait? Foreclosure auctions don't guarantee a cheaper price and you might not get the home as you would in a short sale. When buying a short sale the buyer will know if they get the house or not.

Lien On Property Shouldn’t Be Paid With Retirement Funds

By | August 6th, 2010|


Liens on property must be paid, but make sure you truly owe money on the liens. If you owe money on a lien and want to pay it off quick be careful with removing funds from a retirement fund. Don't rush paying off a lien if it means dipping into a 401(k). The tax penalties of removing from your 401(k) savings can be harsh. Talk to a real estate agent to find out more about liens on your property.

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