Washington Foreclosure Lawyers

Frequently Asked Questions

• What is the Homeowner Affordability and Stability Plan?
  Congress recently passed the Homeowner Affordability and Stability Plan (“the Plan”), which provides various options for homeowners who are feeling the pressure of their monthly … more
• How do creditors get paid when foreclosing on a house to satisfy unpaid debts?
  A foreclosure is where the creditor collects its lien by forcing a sale of the debtor's real property. The creditor receives the amount of the proceeds from the sale equal to the unpaid debt plus … more
• What is a loan modification, and how will it help me with my mortgage?
    A loan modification occurs when a homeowner enters into an agreement with his or her mortgage loan servicer to change the terms of the mortgage. The goal of a loan modification is to … more

Legal Articles

• The Mortgage Forgiveness Debt Relief Act of 2007
  In December 2007, the federal government enacted the Mortgage Forgiveness Debt Relief Act. The Act was meant to provide tax relief to taxpayers who had debt forgiven on their primary residence and to help struggling homeowners.    The Purpose of the Mortgage Forgiveness Debt Relief Act   The idea behind the law was to help homeowners avoid foreclosures by not taxing them … more
• A Homeowner’s Rights During Foreclosure
  Foreclosure can be an emotionally and financially difficult time in the life of a homeowner and it can affect not only the homeowner but also the homeowner’s spouse and children who live in the home being foreclosed. Therefore, it is important to be aware of your rights as a homeowner during every stage of the foreclosure procedure. State laws vary about the time frame and … more

Legal Guides

• How To Avoid Foreclosure
  This guide, by the U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development, provides valuable … more
• Homeowner Affordability and Stability Plan - Fact Sheet
  This fact sheet from the Department of the Treasury describes the Obama Administration’s … more
• Partial Claim Fact Sheet (HUD)
  This fact sheet from the Department of Housing and Urban Development explains the Partial Claim … more
• Deed-In-Lieu of Foreclosure Fact Sheet (HUD)
  Thhis fact sheet from the Department of Housing and Urban Development explains the Deed-in-Lieu … more
• Special Forbearance Fact Sheet (HUD)
  This fact sheet by the Department of Housing and Urban Development explains a homeowner's option … more

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