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Foreclosure Help Lawyers

Foreclosure help is available to people through skilled attorneys who understand the foreclosure process. Sometimes, the best initial help is simply explaining the process a person is involved with. However, good legal help can also involve negotiating with the lender and extending the process itself. A foreclosure is a legal process governed by state law. That process provides several opportunities for the owner of properly to stop or end the foreclosure. To benefit from these legal provisions, however, most people need the help of an experienced lawyer.

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is a 'short sale'?
A “short sale” is an option for a homeowner to avoid foreclosure when they can no longer afford the mortgage on the home. In a short sale, a servicer allows the borrower to … more
What are the eligibility requirements to refinance under the Making Home Affordable Plan?
You may be able to refinance your mortgage under the Making Home Affordable Plan if: • You are the owner occupant of a one to four unit home; •The loan on your property is owned or … more
Why Would a Lender Agree to a Short Sale?
Banks and other lenders generally agree to short sales in order to avoid having to foreclose on a property and take it into their inventory. Most lenders would rather cut their losses and avoid a … more

Legal Articles

A Plain Language Explanation of Your Options for Avoiding Foreclosure
Whether you're in foreclosure now or worried about it in the future, understand that there may be practical ways you can avoid foreclosure. Today, lenders are more willing than perhaps they have ever been to help you stay in your home and be able to afford your payments. The most common methods used to bring loans current are described below: Bring Your Loan Current - … more
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