Wells Fargo Joins the National Urban League to Offer Foreclosure Relief Through Education

Wells Fargo Joins the National Urban League to Offer Foreclosure Relief Through Education: Timely Resource from Foreclosure Expert Places Power in the Hands of Homeowners Across the Nation

In a joint press conference being held at the 10th Annual State of the Black Union, Wells Fargo and the National Urban League will announce their partnership to publish a new edition of The Foreclosure Workbook written by national foreclosure expert Carla Douglin. On the heels of the enactment of President Obama’s foreclosure rescue plan, Wells Fargo and the National Urban League are providing this timely workbook to answer the President’s call for responsibility on behalf of the organizations standing at the forefront of homeowner relief.

The Foreclosure Workbook provides a step-by-step process to guide homeowners through the hurdles of foreclosure and presents critical information about state procedures, foreclosure legislation and how to avoid scams. Author of The Foreclosure Workbook—Carla Douglin—is regarded for her counsel enabling homeowners to navigate the foreclosure process through her company the Douglin Group, in addition to her books, radio show (Foreclosure Exposure Radio) and speaking engagements.

Speakers slated to appear at the press conference include Tavis Smiley andThe Smiley Group and Cara Heiden, Wells Fargo Home Mortgage Co-President.

Wells Fargo hopes to reach one of the groups hardest hit by the mortgage crisis at the State of the Black Union. As part of its Leading The Way Home Initiative, Wells Fargo is aligning with the National Urban League, which has made significant strides in driving homeowner education and counseling services to African American communities.