Mortgage, debt management and personal finance in the news.

Regulatory Agencies tightening rules for subprime mortgages

The Wall Street Journal reports that federal bank regulators issued new guidelines for subprime mortgages on June 29. While some are concerned that these new guidelines could make it harder for many borrowers to …

Foreclosures close to record high; what you can to avoid it!

The Wall Street Journal reports that the percentage of homes in foreclosure rose to 1.28%, up from .98% a year earlier. The situation is worst among sub prime mortgage loans, of course. …