Can I Improve my Chances of getting a Mortgage Modification?

Because there is no guarantee that a homeowner will be approved for a mortgage modification, many homeowners wonder if there is anything that can be done to improve the homeowner’s chances of getting approved. There are some tips that homeowners …Read More

Can my Mortgage Payment Change?

When shopping for a home, most homeowners look for a mortgage payment that the homeowners can comfortably afford. However, many first-time home owners may not realize that the mortgage payment on the home can actually change throughout the life of …Read More

Mortgage Modification and Bankruptcy

Homeowners considering a mortgage modification may wonder how it relates to filing for bankruptcy. Of course, the two are separate actions, but may go hand in hand to grant the homeowner some relief. Mortgage modifications may be applied for while …Read More

Can I Modify my Mortgage Twice?

Sometimes, a homeowner’s situation may change yet again after a mortgage modification was approved.  If this happens, the homeowner may be able to reapply for another mortgage modification. Rules regarding a subsequent mortgage modification vary among mortgage companies. A homeowner …Read More

The Hardship Letter

In order to demonstrate a financial hardship during the mortgage modification process, a homeowner will typically need to write a financial hardship letter.  This letter can be intimidating and daunting to write, especially since homeowners typically are not familiar with …Read More

When Should I Ask about a Mortgage Modification?

As the saying goes, there is no time like the present! If a homeowner is experiencing a hardship and is having a difficult time making the mortgage payments, has missed mortgage payments, or believes that they will have difficulty making …Read More

Can I Sell My Home After a Mortgage Modification?

There are many things to consider while deciding if a mortgage modification is appropriate. One concern that homeowners may have is if the mortgage modification affects a homeowner’s ability to sell the home. There are many reasons, both personal and …Read More