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Sep 30, 2009

Florida homeowners are invited to a community forum on the housing crisis

Florida homeowners are invited to a community forum on the housing crisis on October 24th being held at the North Ft. Myers High School. The event will run from 9 a.m - 1 p.m.

Hosted by the Attorney General Bill McCollum and the Florida InterAgency Mortgage Task Force this event will offer homeowners an opportunity to receive valuable information dealing with:

affordable housing
loan modifications
alternatives to foreclosure
buying and selling real estate in the current market
mortgage fraud
foreclosure procedures
scams targeting those in default on their mortgage

Volunteer lawyers and HUD-certified housing counselors will be available for questions. You are encouraged to register by calling 877-385-1621. For additional information please visit the Attorney Generals website.

Oct 6, 2008

Countrywide may help Florida homeowners avoid foreclosure

In a settlement reached in principle today between Countrywide and The State of Florida, Countrywide will work with thousands of Florida home owners moving them from adjustable rate mortgages to fixed-rate, fully amortizing loans.

The lender will suspend foreclosures that meet certain criteria while determining if they qualify.

Related Florida real estate views:

Florida vs Countrywide. Lawsuit filed.

Countrywide wants to help troubled home owners

Poor underwriting help fuel subprime mortgage mess

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Aug 16, 2008

Florida forms team to increase aid for economy

Chief Financial Officer Alex Sink announced the formation of a “Financial Action Team” to identify federal assistance available to our state. The team is being created to ensure Florida identifies documents and leverage all resources available as a result of the passing of the recent federal housing bill. The team will consist of members from various state organizations including the Florida Association of Realtors.