I’m facing foreclosure what do I do now?
Perhaps your adjustable rate mortgage (“ARM”) payments have gone way beyond your budget? Or maybe you’ve lost your job and no longer have the income to stay current on your mortgage? Whatever the cause, your now facing the possibility of home foreclosure.
The first step you ought to take is to consult with an experienced attorney.
In this series we will explore several foreclosure situations and options.
The first question that you need to answer is: Do I want to save my home?
If you want to save your home, there are some options to explore:
1. Mortgage modification- the government’s latest solution to foreclosure
2. Special Forbearance
3. Partial Claim- A HUD program
4. Chapter 13 bankruptcy Learn more now
In this series we will discuss the above options in more detail and the options available to help you get out of your home with the least financial impact.
For more information contact Purple Law Firm - Chattanooga TN and schedule a free consultation with attorney Jim Purple.
Also see our previous post: Can I keep my home if I file bankruptcy?
Part 2: Mortgage modification v.s. chapter 13 bankruptcy
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December 9, 2011 at 12:00 am (UTC -4)
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