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• Foreclosure Rescue Scams

  This fact sheet explains how foreclosure rescue scams work, and where you can find real help. Content Detail

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  Federal Trade Commission

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  Spanish / Español

• Reverse Mortgages (Audio)

  A reverse mortgage is a loan against your home that you do not have to pay back for as long as you live in your home. With a reverse mortgage, you can turn the value of your home into cash and not have to make monthly repayments. The total loan must be paid back when the last surviving borrower dies, sells the home, or permanently moves away. Reverse mortgages are quite a bit different from other types of debt. These loans can be complicated, and you have a lot at stake. So be sure to investigate reverse mortgages carefully before deciding if one makes sense for you. Content Detail

  By:

  AARP Legal Services Network

• Service Members Civil Relief Act - Overview (video)

  Part 1 in a series for Individuals with Military Connections that may benefit from the protections and rights provided by the SCRA. Content Detail

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  Arkansas Legal Services Partnership LegalTube

• Foreclosure Rescue Scams - Read these tips!

  The Federal Trade Commission, the nation?s consumer protection agency, wants you to know how to avoid scams that could make your housing situation go from bad to worse. Content Detail

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  Federal Trade Commission

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  Spanish / Español

• Homeownership: Oklahoma

  Owning a home is a big part of the American Dream. Here are some resources that can help you buy, maintain and keep your home. Getting Started, Buying a Home, Owning and Maintaining Your Home and Other Oklahoma Resources on this web site. Content Detail

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  U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Devleopment

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  Spanish / Español

• Housing Cost Calculator

  The Housing Cost Calculator compares the cost of owning a home to renting for a potential new homeowner. Content Detail

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  Center for Economic and Policy Research

• Mortgage Fraud and Predatory Mortgages

  Information on Predatory Mortgage practices, how predators work, warning signs and how to avoid the sting. Read More

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  Legal Aid Services of Oklahoma, Inc.

• PayDay Loans

  Information to help you avoid the pitfalls of payday loans. Read More

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  Legal Aid Services of Oklahoma, Inc.

• Reverse Mortgages

  Information about Reverse Mortgages, a way for Seniors to convert home equity into cash. Read More

  By:

  Legal Aid Services of Oklahoma, Inc.

• Reverse Mortgages: Are They for You?

  Some people may need a reverse mortgage to add to retirement income or to meet health care or other financial needs. Content Detail

  By:

  Comptroller of the Currency

• Scam-Proofing for Seniors

  Information on common scams, myths and tactics to avoid becoming a victim to scam artists. Read More

  By:

  Legal Aid Services of Oklahoma, Inc.

• 100 Questions and Answers About Buying a New Home

  Content Detail

  By:

  U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development

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  Spanish / Español

• Thinking of Buying a Home?

  Frequently Asked Questions Content Detail

  By:

  Oklahoma Bar Association

• Manufactured Home Guide

  Oklahoma Law on manufactured and mobile homes. Classification as real or personal property, taxes, anything you might want to know. Content Detail

  By:

  Oklahoma Tax Commission