“Buying a house is part of the American Dream," said Timothy Sandos, president of the National Association of Hispanic Real Estate Professionals (NAHREP). "Unlike borrowers who were born in the United States, these people will bend over backwards to make sure that they do not lose their property." more>

The press has reported widely on the campaign instigated by authorities in Hazelton, PA to toughen local laws against illegal immigration. But there is another trend that is also gaining momentum: More and more cities, including large ones like Seattle and Cambridge, MA, are passing legislation to ease the lives of undocumented residents. more>

"I have no idea how to escape from this trap. It's a no-win situation. It's easier for the undocumented in this respect. At least they're not tied to a specific company. If their bosses harass them, they can look for another job," said Yuri Turkin, a Russian who came to the United States on a guest worker visa. more>