Illinois Foreclosure Law News
- Counties undertake reassessing properties Saturday, July 16, 2011 @ 9:45PMEvery four years, Bonnie Gavin and her three co-workers have to review 43,000 pieces of land and decide what they're worth.
- State officials provide mortgage help in Chicago Saturday, July 16, 2011 @ 12:24PMState officials in Illinois are urging homeowners who are struggling to pay their mortgage to take advantage of newly enacted legislation that can help them.
- Hansen race takes odd twist Sunday, July 10, 2011 @ 11:09PMThe recall election that most people had expected in northeastern Wisconsin between legislative veterans did not materialize when the GOP candidate failed to obtain enough valid signatures on his nomination papers.
- Fewer people are filing for bankruptcy Friday, July 8, 2011 @ 8:20PMAs household debt continues to shrink and banks are becoming more willing to work with homeowners on modifying loans, fewer people filed for personal bankruptcy in the first half of the year compared with a year ago.
- Andrew L. Kraemer Recognized by Strathmore's Who's Who Worldwide Publication Tuesday, July 5, 2011 @ 8:00AMMr. Andrew L. Kraemer, of Merrillville, Indiana, has been included in the Strathmore's Who's Who Worldwide Edition for his outstanding contributions and achievements in the field of law.
- Company in foreclosure document probe to dispute fine Thursday, June 23, 2011 @ 4:38PMPHH Mortgage Corp. said Thursday it will request a formal hearing from the Illinois Department of Financial and Professional Regulation to dispute the state's finding that its foreclosure procedures were faulty.
- Mortgage Company Fined for False Foreclosure Documents Thursday, June 23, 2011 @ 3:06PMA mortgage company has been brought under fire for allegedly signing foreclosure affidavits by using someone else's name or closing on documents with the knowledge they would later by altered by its attorneys.
- Law firm Fisher and Shapiro sued over foreclosure cases Tuesday, June 21, 2011 @ 4:38PMA former Chicago resident whose home is in foreclosure has filed a lawsuit against Fisher and Shapiro LLC, the law firm that admitted to Cook County Circuit Court that some of the mortgage foreclosures it handled contained altered documents.
- No headline - eric_pension_quotes Friday, June 17, 2011 @ 10:32PMDave Pollard
- City of Refuge's future unclear Tuesday, June 14, 2011 @ 10:15PMCity of Refuge Worship at 2201 Southwest Adams Street. The former City of Refuge Worship Center building is scheduled to go on the auction block Thursday, possibly ending another chapter at the location along Southwest Adams Street that started in 1898 as Szolds department store.
- Prosecutor: Rod Blagojevich a liar and a swindler, his testimony ‘absurd’ Thursday, June 9, 2011 @ 5:46PMHer words were sharp, emphatic and clear.Rod Blagojevich was a liar. A cheat. A swindler. His testimony was “absurd” and “ludicrous.”Hands behind her back, Assistant U.S. Attorney Carrie Hamilton took great care to speak plainly to the jurors who soon will decide the former governor’s fate.A stoic Blagojevich sat up straight, hands folded, face blank as Hamilton painted the damning picture ...
- Blagojevich "flagrantly" violated law, prosecutor says Thursday, June 9, 2011 @ 6:49AMCHICAGO (Reuters) - A prosecutor on Wednesday compared Rod Blagojevich to a dirty cop shaking down a motorist for money over a speeding ticket, and told the jury in closing trial arguments that the former Illinois governor repeatedly used his power for personal gain.
- Blagojevich portrayed as desperate and corrupt Wednesday, June 8, 2011 @ 10:32PMProsecutor takes jurors step by step through the charges A prosecutor pointed jurors to a trove of government wiretaps as closing arguments began Wednesday at Rod Blagojevich's corruption retrial, saying the undercover recordings prove his guilt by revealing what the then-governor said "when he thought that no one else was listening."
- Prosecutor sums up case agains Blagojevich, calls him liar and swindler Wednesday, June 8, 2011 @ 8:00PMHer words were sharp, emphatic and clear.Rod Blagojevich was a liar. A cheat. A swindler. His testimony was “absurd” and “ludicrous.”Hands behind her back, Assistant U.S. Attorney Carrie Hamilton took great care to speak plainly to the jurors who soon will decide the former governor’s fate.A stoic Blagojevich sat up straight, hands folded, face blank as Hamilton painted the damning picture ...
- Prosecutor’s Closing Argument: Blagojevich ‘Lied To You’ Wednesday, June 8, 2011 @ 6:36PMFederal prosecutors began their closing argument in Rod Blagojevich’s corruption retrial on Wednesday, telling jurors that the former governor lied to them repeatedly during his seven days on the witness stand.
- Blago Prosecutor Details 5 Shakedowns Wednesday, June 8, 2011 @ 3:24PMAssistant U.S. Attorney Carrie Hamilton started the prosecution's closing arguments in the Rod Blagojevich corruption retrial on Wednesday afternoon by pointing out that Blagojevich took an oath -- twice -- and she said he broke it.
- Blago Prosecutor Starts Closing Wednesday, June 8, 2011 @ 12:39PMThe prosecution started to present their closing arguments in the corruption re-trial of Rod Blagojevich on Wednesday afternoon.
- What's served by sending John Edwards to jail? Wednesday, June 8, 2011 @ 10:09AMWhat's served by sending John Edwards to jail?
- New ‘gateway’ flowers are blooming bright Friday, June 3, 2011 @ 4:01PMThe flowers planted last summer along Davenport's East River Drive east of Mound Street are lookin' good.
- Tri-State Regional News, Friday 6/3 Friday, June 3, 2011 @ 9:24AMIndiana crews searching for a toddler who fell into the Whitewater River while kayaking with his parents are now trying to recover a body.
- From WKYC.COM / TV 3 Friday, June 3, 2011 @ 8:56AMHeadline News 06/03/11... President Barack Obama and Democratic Senator Sherrod Brown are traveling to Toledo today visit the Chrysler Toledo Supplier Park to celebrate what they consider to be a remarkable recovery by Chrysler and the auto industry.
- Sheriff’s Office to continue foreclosure process Friday, June 3, 2011 @ 2:30AMForeclosures will continue to be handled by the Lake County Sheriff’s Office after the Illinois House rejected a bill in the final hours of the recently ended legislative session that would have allowed banks to choose private firms.“I care deeply about our residents, especially those who are going through the painful experience of losing their home. I want to thank our state delegation for ...
- Beyond just reacting to homelessness Wednesday, June 1, 2011 @ 4:36PMPointing to the DuPage PADS homeless shelter as a model, a Daily Herald editorial calls for a proactive approach to addressing homelessness.
- Springfield Approves Chicago Casino, Gambling Expansion in Busy Day of Legislation Tuesday, May 31, 2011 @ 10:26AMIn a busy day for the Illinois General Assembly, legislation was passed approving a major expansion of gambling in the state, including a Chicago casino. [ more › ]
- Illinois Senate approves gambling expansion Tuesday, May 31, 2011 @ 12:21AMA massive expansion of gambling in Illinois squeaked through the Illinois Senate on Tuesday and now heads to Gov. Pat Quinn, who has expressed reservations about a "top-heavy" bill that would install slot machines at the Illinois State Fairgrounds.
- Bill would allow 'rounding up' of home values Friday, May 27, 2011 @ 7:04AMWith home prices tumbling in Nevada, a state senator is proposing legislation that would allow appraisers to "round up" housing values. Appraisers are not happy about the idea.
- California investigates Florida firm that processes foreclosures for major banks Thursday, May 26, 2011 @ 7:04AMState Atty. Gen. Kamala Harris subpoenas documents from Lender Processing Services Inc. of Jacksonville, Fla., as she steps up scrutiny of the foreclosure practices in the state. California Atty. Gen. Kamala D. Harris is investigating an obscure Florida firm that processes foreclosures for many of the nation's major financial institutions, as she intensifies her examination of repossession ...
- Don't cut up your credit card ... stocks Wednesday, May 18, 2011 @ 1:29PMThe nation's biggest banks are sitting out this year's market rally. But credit card companies? That's another story.
- Don't cut up your credit card ... stocks - The Buzz Wednesday, May 18, 2011 @ 12:57PMThe nation's biggest banks are sitting out this year's market rally. But credit card companies? That's another story.
- Bank begins foreclosure process over Lincolnwood’s Purple Hotel Wednesday, May 18, 2011 @ 10:53AMThe First Midwest Bank has begun foreclosure proceedings against the owner of the Purple Hotel for $4.2 million. The bank filed on April 26 with the Cook County Recorder of Deeds requesting repayment of the loan it previously had granted on the 293-room building at 4500 W. Touhy Ave., which is owned principally by Donald Bae of Skokie. Bae has been trying to sell the long shuttered property at ...
- Inside jobs: Metro-east business news Saturday, May 14, 2011 @ 2:27AMSalim E. Awad has joined Williams Venker & Sanders LLC as an associate. He is licensed to practice in Missouri
- Triad Guaranty Inc. Reports First Quarter Results Friday, May 13, 2011 @ 7:00AMSALEM, N.C., May 13, 2011 /PRNewswire/ -- Triad Guaranty Inc. today reported a net loss for the quarter ended March 31, 2011 of $4.9 million compared to net income of $26.8 million for the fourth quarter of 2010 and a net loss of $27.8 million for the first quarter of 2010. Â The 2011 first quarter diluted loss per share was $0.32 compared to diluted income per share of $1.76 for the 2010 fourth ...
- Kelty withdraws as city corporation counsel nominee Wednesday, May 11, 2011 @ 11:26PMThomas W. Kelty, Springfield Mayor Mike Houston’s choice as top lawyer for the city, withdrew his name from consideration Wednesday after The State Journal-Register confronted him and the mayor with questions about Kelty’s background.
- Nationally Acclaimed Attorney Max Gardner Brings Operation Strike Back - Foreclosure Defense Boot Camp to Chicago Wednesday, May 11, 2011 @ 5:55AMAnnounces Online Discussion Group on Financial Institution Practices for Public Officials
- NEW LAWS TAKE EFFECT JAN. 1 2011 Tuesday, May 10, 2011 @ 6:06PMNearly 200 new laws are scheduled to go into effect Jan. 1, 2011, among them pension reforms for most new public employees, limits on campaign contributions, joint nomination of candidates for the offices of Governor and Lieutenant Governor in primary elections, and changes to laws regarding the use of red-light cameras, according to State Sen. Tim Bivins (R-Dixon).
- Sheriffs fight change to foreclosure-sale law Monday, May 9, 2011 @ 3:14PMBLOOMINGTON -- A plan to let private companies conduct more foreclosure sales in Illinois has run into opposition from the state's sheriffs, who say the change won't be fair to distressed homeowners and could cost county governments millions in lost revenue.
- Bank begins foreclosure process over Lincolnwood’s Purple Hotel Thursday, May 5, 2011 @ 9:11AMThe First Midwest Bank has begun foreclosure proceedings against the owner of the Purple Hotel for $4.2 million. The bank filed on April 26 with the Cook County Recorder of Deeds requesting repayment of the loan it previously had granted on the 293-room building at 4500 W. Touhy Ave., which …
- Banks files foreclosure on Lincolnwood's Purple Hotel Wednesday, May 4, 2011 @ 2:48PMThe First Midwest Bank has begun foreclosure proceedings against the owner of Lincolnwood's Purple Hotel for $4.2 million.
- Soldier’s therapy bills safely behind him Saturday, April 30, 2011 @ 10:06PMDear Fixer: I am a retired staff sergeant from the U.S. Army . While on active duty in Kuwait during Operation Iraqi Freedom in 2003, I incurred an injury to both my knee and my back.Surgery was performed on my knee and two surgeries were done to my back. After surgery, I was required to undergo physical therapy at ATI Physical Therapy’s facility, where my U.S. Army medical benefits insurer ...
- Welcome Home: Tips for first-time home buyers Wednesday, April 27, 2011 @ 6:11PMRenting comes with benefits but if you're looking to say goodbye to your landlord and have your own white picket fence, there are ways to educate yourself to make the process of buying easier, as outlined in a recent class
- Welcome Home: Tips for first-time homebuyers Wednesday, April 27, 2011 @ 6:11PMRenting comes with benefits but if you're looking to say goodbye to your landlord and have your own white picket fence, there are ways to educate yourself to make the process of buying easier, as outlined in a recent class
- NEW LAWS TAKE EFFECT JAN. 1 2011 Tuesday, April 26, 2011 @ 6:46PMNearly 200 new laws are scheduled to go into effect Jan. 1, 2011, among them pension reforms for most new public employees, limits on campaign contributions, joint nomination of candidates for the offices of Governor and Lieutenant Governor in primary elections, and changes to laws regarding the use of red-light cameras, according to State Sen. Tim Bivins (R-Dixon).
- Dupri’s Social Networking Site Global14 Features Radio Show Saturday, April 23, 2011 @ 12:06PM*Jermaine Dupri’s social networking site, Global14, is attempting to compete with giants like Facebook and Twitter with a new Internet radio feature. The online program called, “Your World, My Views” is a progressive talk show that addresses current events and issues like HIV/AIDS, relationships and health. Created in 2009 by comedian and host Tommy “T.J.” Sotomayor, [...]
- Beyonce Fights Obesity with Michelle Obama Saturday, April 23, 2011 @ 10:50AM*Beyonce is touching lives once again and for a positive reason. The Grammy Award winning artist is featured on the first lady’s workout video targeting youth in junior high across the nation. “Let’s Move! Flash Workout” video is part of the National Middle School Association and the National Association of Broadcasters Education Foundation. As a [...]
- Oh No! Antoine Dodson Busted for Marijuana Possession Saturday, April 23, 2011 @ 9:50AM*How about a celebrity pot bust report!No problem ’cause we just got word via tmz that Mr. Antoine Dodson apparently didn’t hide his weed up where he was and got popped by the po-po. Dodson was busted in his hometown by Huntsville, Alabama PD at around 2:30 AM. He was booked on a misdemeanor charge [...]
- TV & Film Bits: Derek Luke Co-Stars with Jada; Halle and Geo. Lopez in Comedy Saturday, April 23, 2011 @ 9:35AM*Sexy-chocolate Derek Luke has signed to a new gig. He’s now co-star of Jada Pinkett Smith’s medical drama, “HawthoRNe” for season three. He’ll play Dr. Miles Bourdet, a desirable surgeon who arrives at the hospital to become the protégé of Dr. Tom Wakefield. Bourdet is in the middle of a divorce. In the meantime, Christina [...]
- Milli Vanilli Movie in the Works Saturday, April 23, 2011 @ 4:35AM*Do you remember the long riding lip-syncing duo Milli Vanilli? Well, a movie about them has been in the works since 2007 and it may emerge pretty soon. German Oscar-winner Florian Gallenberger has been signed to write and direct the movie of the two posers, Rob Pilatus and Fabrice Morvan who made their living off [...]
- Simmons Law Firm Relocates National Headquarters to Alton, Illinois Wednesday, April 13, 2011 @ 12:52PMSimmons Browder Gianaris Angelides & Barnerd LLC announced today that it has completed the relocation of its national headquarters to historic downtown Alton, Ill.
- NEW LAWS TAKE EFFECT JAN. 1 2011 Tuesday, April 12, 2011 @ 8:46PMNearly 200 new laws are scheduled to go into effect Jan. 1, 2011, among them pension reforms for most new public employees, limits on campaign contributions, joint nomination of candidates for the offices of Governor and Lieutenant Governor in primary elections, and changes to laws regarding the use of red-light cameras, according to State Sen. Tim Bivins (R-Dixon).
- Tristate Regional News, Tuesday 4/12 Tuesday, April 12, 2011 @ 10:12AMIn Indiana, a convicted child molester is accused of trying to buy an unborn baby. Police said Michael Overby, as well as his sister-in-law, Debbie Overby, tried to make the purchase from Rose Faucett.