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Mortgage Default & Foreclosure Prevention
In today's economy, a person's financial situation can change in an instant. The loss of a job, unexpected medical or other recurring expenses, or unclear loan repayment terms can leave even the best laid budget in disarray and create a mountain of debt that can get out of control quickly. When this happens it can be hard for a person to seek the help they need because of social stigmas, denial that the situation has become serious, or even old-fashioned procrastination. Homeowners in this situation particularly have a lot at stake as they face the possibility of losing their good credit standing (which can affect their ability to refinance) or the worst case scenario of foreclosure.
There are several community resources that offer counseling and financial education that can help to prevent you from defaulting on your loan or facing foreclosure. All housing advocates advise homeowners to contact your loan servicer at the first sign of distress. Most banks and loan servicers have departments in place to work with borrowers to repay or modify their loan and usually have a wide variety of programs available. Foreclosure is a long and costly process for both the bank and the affected homeowner and it's in everyone's best interest to prevent mortgage default by starting the communications early on when it is easier to find a solution that works for both parties.
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