Consumer resources
The confusion surrounding the mortgage crisis can be intimidating. So can the risk of falling behind on your payments or the threat of foreclosure. There are many government sponsored and non-profit organizations to help guide you through this period. If you are at risk, reach out to one of the following resources:
Counseling
The first step is always to speak with the company who is servicing your mortgage. This company will likely work hard to find a solution which will keep you in your home, since it has a monetary incentive to avoid foreclosures.
Hope Now
An alliance between counselors (HUD approved), servicers and investors that strives to keep homeowners in their homes by helping them renegotiate their loans.
http://www.hopenow.com
Homeownership Preservation Foundation
A nonprofit that creates partnerships with local governments, nonprofit organizations, borrowers and lenders to help families overcome obstacles that could result in the loss of their homes.
http://www.995hope.org
Counseling Agencies Approved by HUD Developments
The U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD) sponsors housing counseling agencies throughout the country that can provide advice on buying a home, renting, defaults, foreclosures, credit issues, and reverse mortgages.
http://www.hud.gov/offices/hsg/sfh/hcc/hcs.cfm
NeighborWorks Center for Foreclosure Solutions
Works to preserve homeownership in the face of rising foreclosure rates.
http://www.nw.org
Financial Education/Assistance
My Money Management
A collaborative effort by the financial services industry to provide consumers with access to financial education to help inform their personal finance decision process.
http://www.mymoneymanagement.net
FHASecure plan
A refinancing option that gives credit-worthy homeowners, who were making timely mortgage payments before their loans reset but are now in default, a second chance with a FHA insured loan product.
http://portal.hud.gov
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