Tag Archive | "Crisis"
Paying Utility Bills in a Tough Economy
We’re all affected by the economy in many ways–if you’ve lost your job, had your hours cut, or taken a pay cut, it makes it difficult, and sometimes even impossible, to pay your mortgage, buy groceries, and pay utility bills. USA Today reported that more and more people are having their power shut off, presumably because of the [...]
Continue reading...Foreclosures Increase for Prime Borrowers
Tuesday, June 9, 2009
Since the beginning of the mortgage crisis, many experts have blamed the explosion in foreclosures on risky sub-prime loans. But USA Today reported recently that the rate of foreclosure for prime borrowers has been increasing, mainly because of rising unemployment rates. To read the rest of the article, CLICK HERE. If you or someone you [...]
Continue reading...Tune in to KWMU tonight—6/2/09
Thursday, June 4, 2009
Tonight, as part of its Facing the Mortgage Crisis programming, KWMU will air the last of four documentaries from American RadioWorks. The four documentaries help explain the current economic crisis we’re facing. You can listen to “Bridge to Somewhere,” hosted by Steven Smith, tonight from 8-9 p.m. on KWMU-90.7 FM. To learn more about tonight’s [...]
Continue reading...The Salvation Army
Thursday, June 4, 2009
In April 2009, the Salvation Army hosted a free Family & Crisis Resource Fair. The event was in response to the many people who are facing unemployment, reduced hours, foreclosure, or other financial troubles. People were able to visit booths to get information and resources about different financial issues, as well as job hunting. The [...]
Continue reading...Tune in Tonight! – 5/26/2009
Tuesday, May 26, 2009
Tonight from 8-9 p.m. KWMU–90.7 FM–will air “Hard Times in Middletown,” hosted by Kai Ryssdal of Marketplace. This will be the third of four documentaries from American RadioWorks®–the four programs help explain the current economic crisis we face today. To learn more about tonight’s program and other Facing the Mortgage Crisis programs on KWMU, CLICK HERE.
Continue reading...KWMU Programs–Updated
Tuesday, May 5, 2009
Over the next few weeks KWMU will air four documentaries from American RadioWorks. The programs will help explain the economic crisis we’re facing. Foreclosure City – Airs Tuesday, May 5th, 8:00 – 9:00pm American RadioWorks looks at the roots and the fall-out of the Las Vegas foreclosure crisis, and tells the stories of residents trying to [...]
Continue reading...Community Feedback
Monday, October 20, 2008
October 20, 2008 I want to use this post as a way of soliciting some feedback, from you, about the direction of Facing the Morgage Crisis. While we have not created new content in awhile the work is still continuing here at KETC. The project team still gathers at 8:30 a.m. every morning to discuss how we [...]
Continue reading...St. Louis Beacon – There’s A Scammer Born Every Minute
Wednesday, July 30, 2008
July 30, 2008 Originally published by The St. Louis Beacon on Wednesday, July 30, 2008: By Mary Delach Leonard, Beacon staff For American homeowners drowning in mortgage and consumer credit debt, here is a grim warning from law-enforcement agencies: There are sharks in the water. * On Monday, Missouri Attorney General Jay Nixon announced [...]
Continue reading...South St. Louis – Living St. Louis Video
Tuesday, July 29, 2008
July 29, 2008 Living St. Louis Producer Jim Kirchherr visits South St. Louis, one of the first communities in the area to see a dramatic rise in foreclosures. In the Dutchtown neighborhood, many of the properties that are owned by rehabbers and investors have fallen into disrepair. You need to a flashplayer enabled browser to view [...]
Continue reading...Video – Facing the Mortgage Crisis, July 22: Part II
Thursday, July 24, 2008
July 24, 2008 On July 22, KETC’s Ruth Ezell hosted the second of a two-part series entitled, Facing the Mortgage Crisis. The show covers the important topics regarding foreclosure that affect not just St. Louis, but communities nationwide. Neighborhoods with foreclosed homes attract criminals and experience a higher rate of vandalism and crime. Neighborhood stabilization [...]
Continue reading...Take Action
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The St. Louis Beacon posted a new segment in their Job Talk series earlier this week. This report describes GO! Network and its work to help unemployed professionals in St. Louis. The economic downturn has led to unemployment among groups who have never before had to worry about paying their bills on time. Among them [...]
Reverse mortgages are a complicated product and aren’t appropriate for everyone. In our final video of the series, Buz describes the basic considerations that seniors must make when determining if a reverse mortgage is right for them. We hope you’ve enjoyed these videos. A huge thanks to Buz Zeman for talking with us. Additional information on reverse [...]
The explosive popularity of reverse mortgages and the flood of advertisements that followed have spread a number of misconceptions about reverse mortgages. Buz addresses a number of them in this video, explaining what reverse mortgages are and aren’t. He also talks about popular scams and how to avoid them. Look for the final video of [...]
Several weeks ago, Lauren had a conversation with Buz Zeman of Housing Options Provided for the Elderly (HOPE), an organization that counsels seniors on mortgages and other housing issues. Buz said that he has had to devote much of his time lately to explaining reverse mortgages. Though this sort of loan is not new, it’s [...]
In this video, St. Louis Mayor Francis Slay suggests that anyone facing foreclosure or in trouble with their mortgage seek assistance and determine if they are eligible for the Refinance and Loan Modification program. More information can be found at www.makinghomeaffordable.gov.
In this video, St. Louis County Executive Charlie Dooley encourages those facing financial hardship or anyone who fears losing their home to seek assistance. Tax-payer funded, HUD-certified housing counselors offer services at no charge, and can assist someone facing foreclosure with discussing options with their lender. For information or to connect to resources, call the [...]
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- The Beacon’s Series on the St. Louis Area Foodbank
- Good News in March Unemployment Numbers
- Lessons from the Wright Family on Seeking Help
- Staring a Business – Upcoming Workshop from the Urban League
- New Employment Resource from Ready, Aim, Advocate!
- Walking Away from Underwater Mortgages
- Beacon: Foreclosure Struggles Linger in St. Louis
- From the Beacon’s Job Talk: GO! Network
- Reverse Mortgage Considerations
- Job Talk from the St. Louis Beacon
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Wednesday, August 26, 2009
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