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U.S. Government Settles with Banks on Robo-Signing Scandal

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Services for Real Estate Pros with Charfen Institute

Yesterday, the Justice Department and 49 out of 50 state Attorneys General announced a settlement agreement with 5 of the nation's largest banks in the Robo-signing and Mortgage Service Fraud scandal that first came to light in late 2010.

The settlement, worth $25 billion dollars, was the largest government negotiated industry settlement since the Tobacco Industry settled in 1998.

In the Settlement, $5 billion is earmarked for $2000 payments to be distributed to borrowers who were illegally foreclosed on between January 1, 2008 and December 31, 2011. The remaining $20 billion will be used to help homeowners who are currently in danger of losing their homes by helping with loan modifications, principle reductions, refinancing, short sales, relocation assistance and other alternatives.

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Comments (2)

Sally K. & David L. Hanson
EXP Realty 414-525-0563 - Brookfield, WI
WI Real Estate Agents - Luxury - Divorce

Every little bit helps....those of us who have elected to devote part of our practice to short sales appreciate whatever can be done to help distressed homeowners.

Feb 10, 2012 10:54 AM
Broker Patty Da Silva Da Silva
Green Realty Properties® - 954-667-7253 - Cooper City, FL
Top Listing Broker

Alex,

I also think that every little bit helps; this is going to come a big help to the homeowners who are eligible for this settlement.

Feb 20, 2012 08:40 AM