The National Consumer Law Center’s Katrina Project

The National Consumer Law Center (NCLC) is working with national and local organizations to provide effective relief that will provide a foundation for rebuilding the low and moderate income communities and elder services devastated by Hurricanes Katrina and Rita. Many of Katrina’s survivors, from a range of income levels, own homes but are unable to pay their mortgages. Personal loans and credit card bills also are going unpaid. Moreover, people are using credit cards and other forms of short-term lending to cover their immediate needs. NCLC is addressing these developments by providing:

• Reports
• Advice & Analysis
• Trainings
• Advocacy
• NCLC publications

Important Information for Consumers and Advocates

• Important deadlines
• Negotiating with mortgage lenders or servicers
• Protecting credit scores
• Stopping preauthorized electronic transfers
• Housing Information
• Student Loan Relief

Other Resources for Lawyers

• General information
• Bankruptcy-related links
• Insurance-related links

Other Resources for Consumers

• General information
• Homeowner’s insurance
• Home improvement contracts
• Hurricane-damaged vehicles