Discover the benefits and drawbacks of loan modification programs, eligibility requirements, and alternatives for struggling ...

As banks and government tried to stem the flow of foreclosures during the housing crisis there was a lot of debate (and criticism) about what needed to be done and how to do it. The acting director of ...

This memorandum discusses certain tax considerations in connection with forbearances, waivers and other modifications with respect to a mortgage loan that is held by a REMIC or about to be contributed ...

For example, according to research from Freddie Mac, borrowers who approached different lenders and got two or more quotes ...

If you’re seeking more affordable mortgage payments, a loan modification or a refinance could both help. Loan modifications are for homeowners experiencing financial hardship who are unable to make ...

Natalie Campisi is a senior journalist who covers personal finance, balancing timely news with in-depth enterprise reporting. Her mission is to make complex financial issues clear and accessible for ...

CRED iQ’s research team has been closely monitoring loan modifications during this period of significantly elevated interest rates. As expected, loan modifications surged in 2023 as borrowers worked ...

Recognizing the massive disruption to the U.S. economy and the American people created by COVID-19, federal banking regulators, consisting of the FDIC, the Federal Reserve Board, the Office of the ...

The purpose of this letter is to address questions regarding whether adverse action notices under Regulation B (Equal Credit Opportunity) are required for mortgage loan modification declinations, ...

With inflation and interest rates remaining elevated, some U.S. homeowners are having trouble keeping up with their mortgage payments. Your lender or loan servicer can grant forbearance, a temporary ...