Sound Alliance News
Sound Alliance Foreclosure Prevention Assembly Celebrates Success, Demands Accountability from Bank of America
The Sound Alliance Foreclosure Prevention Assembly brought together more than 150 people for an exciting time of celebration and accountability.
Countdown to May 10 Foreclosure Prevention Assembly
If you haven’t yet done so, mark your calendars and plan to join us in celebrating the opening of Bank of America’s first-ever Customer Assistance Center in Washington state to assist distressed homeowners.
Alliance Sees Seattle Progress in Green-Jobs Program
Sound Alliance leaders from Seattle-based member institutions meet with the Mayor's Office to discuss the Community Power Works program.
Wash. Gov. Signs Foreclosure Fairness Act
Washington homeowners experienced a significant victory with the passage of HB 1362, also known as the “Foreclosure Fairness Act.” Gov. Chris Gregoire signed the bill on April 14, and it will go into effect in July.
Campaign Victory: Bank of America to Open First Assistance Center in Washington State for Distressed Homeowners
Bank of America to Open First Assistance Center in Washington State for Distressed Homeowners
Sound Alliance Turns Up Heat on Bank of America
Washington State Treasurer Jim McIntire, who has been working with Sound Alliance leaders in a foreclosure intervention effort, has criticized Bank of America for its “unacceptable” and “token” response to the foreclosure crisis.
Seattle City Council Passes Ordinance to Criminalize Wage Theft
On April 25, the Seattle City Council passed an ordinance that criminalizes wage theft, which is when an employer intentionally shortchanges an employee’s wages or benefits.
