Mortgage Relief

Latest Mortgage Relief Articles

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  How to refinance an underwater mortgage

  Even if you owe more than your home is worth, there are options to refinance.

  8 min read Jul 08, 2024
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  What is a forbearance agreement?

  Borrowers can request forbearance when there’s a change in their financial situation.

  4 min read Jun 06, 2024
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  Preforeclosure: What it is and how it works

  It’s the first step on the road to losing your home. So avoid it.

  6 min read Jun 05, 2024
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  Mortgage deferment: What it is and how it differs from forbearance

  Although used interchangeably, deferment isn’t the same as forbearance.

  4 min read May 28, 2024
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  Missing mortgage payments: How many can I miss before foreclosure?

  It’s not the end if you miss just one. But don’t make a habit of it.

  9 min read May 28, 2024
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  What to do when your mortgage forbearance period ends

  Here are options if your mortgage forbearance plan is expiring.

  5 min read May 24, 2024
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  What is a first mortgage?

  It’s what we think of when we think “mortgage”: a big loan used to buy a home.

  7 min read May 23, 2024
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  How many people can be on a mortgage?

  Up to four, usually. But it’s complicated.

  5 min read Apr 25, 2024
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  What is a short sale?

  It can get a homeowner out of a jam and a buyer a good deal. But it’s tough to pull off.

  9 min read Apr 24, 2024
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  Mortgage loan modification: What it is and how to get one

  If you can’t pay your mortgage, you may be able to have it modified. Here’s what to look for.

  8 min read Apr 16, 2024