Survey of State Foreclosure Laws
Foreclosure report by state.
Foreclosure report by state.
Recently some states have begun to consider legislation enabling the use of electronic repossession–from devices to track or immobilize financed and leased cars to payment “warning” sounds to harass owners. These principles, applicable to state or federal policymakers addressing aspects of electronic repossession, provide the robust protections necessary for consumers and also address public safety and privacy concerns.
Read More about Principles for Laws Permitting Electronic Repossession of Vehicles
The Model Medical Debt Protection Act, now in its third edition, is a tool for advocates who are working to protect consumers who are burdened with medical debt in their states. The model act provides suggested language to improve state health care financial assistance laws, and to strengthen medical debt collection consumer protections.
The Model Family Financial Protection Act protects consumers from the most common abuses in the credit and collections industries, restoring balance to an increasingly lopsided system of justice.
What Should Happen in the Wake of a Natural Disaster? Severe hurricanes, floods, mudslides and wildfires can threaten life and property, displace families and devastate communities. Residents in areas experiencing natural disasters may find their homes are not be habitable for long periods of time resulting in temporary to permanent displacement of the families. Community…
Read More about Model Utility Consumer Protections When Natural Disasters Strike
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