Maryland Consumer Rights Coalition

10-2-12: Maryland Morning with Sheilah Kast

Governor O'Malley supports three controversial referenda on Maryland's ballot: the DREAM Act, expanded gaming, and same-sex marriage. Good luck finding a traditional Democratic constituency that supports all three. We'll talk to St. Mary's College of Maryland political scientist Todd Eberly about political pressure points created by these ballot questions.


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10-2-12: Short Sales Falling Short?

Credit: flickr/taberandrewThousands of distressed homeowners in Maryland are now getting relief through a $25 billion settlement with five major lenders.

Web extras: Marceline White addresses MCRC's call for the removal of Federal Housing Finance Agency acting director Edward DeMarco, the progress servicers have made in providing borrowers a "single point of contact," and servicers' progress in making the cultural and organizational shifts necessary to provide relief through the settlement.

audio/mpeg iconWhy MCRC wants to see FHFA chief DeMarco go
audio/mpeg iconmoving toward a "single point of contact" for borrowers
audio/mpeg iconthe pace of reform

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Thursday March 1, 12 - 1 pm: The Midday Consumer Hour with Angie Barnett of the Greater Maryland Better Business Bureau

Angie Barnett, president and CEO of Better Business Bureau of Greater Maryland, returns to warn about online scams, consumer fraud and other shady business practices. Also, she'll tell us about BBB's recent advisory to consumers about funeral costs. In addition, Marceline White of the Maryland Consumer Rights Coalition talks about the high fees and interest rates charged by rent-to-own stores.


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