Lenders cut off the home-equity tap

Mortgages: Thieves Tap Into Home Equity
Identity thieves are scheming to defraud people with good credit by tapping into their home equity.

5 banks safe from the storm
In the coming year, tens of thousands of Americans could fall victim to bank failures. Yes, this could include you. You can ignore the risk -- or...

Aid Agencies Launch Carbon-Offset Program to Benefit Poor...
The international coalition of aid agencies will seek to address the concern that existing trade in carbon credits excludes the world's poorest...

Private student loans tougher to find
Though some lenders are still offering private student loans, "The list is shrinking," says Kevin Walker, chief executive of SimpleTuition, a website...

Mortgages: Higher Fees for Mortgages
Fannie and Freddie increased the fees they charge lenders for many loans, effectively bumping up interest rates for many borrowers who have marginal...