U.S. House panel to target predatory’ mortgage lending

PREDATORY LENDING

If passed by Congress, the Mortgage Reform and Anti-Predatory Lending Act of 2009 would end bonuses for brokers who steer borrowers into higher-priced loans, and require brokers to confirm borrowers' income. Proponents say it's a simple goal: Make sure homeowners can actually afford their loans.

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