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 ...

As a trusted personal finance writer and mortgage specialist, Maryalene LaPonsie has interviewed hundreds of certified financial planners, CPAs and wealth advisors, and distills their expertise into ...

In the post-pandemic era, mortgage rates hit their highest level in years as the Federal Reserve raised the benchmark interest rate to fight inflation. Compare your top mortgage loan rates now. "As ...

Adjustments to the home retention program will take effect in December The Federal Housing Finance Agency (FHFA) yesterday announced that Fannie Mae and Freddie Mac will enhance their Flex ...

Homeowners are still waiting for mortgage relief. Despite mounting expectations for Federal Reserve rate cuts, monthly payments remain high for millions of borrowers locked into rates near or above 7% ...

Foreclosure is a daunting prospect that many homeowners dread. If you find yourself struggling to keep up with mortgage payments, understanding how to renegotiate your mortgage to avoid foreclosure ...

Despite pressure on banks to work with struggling borrowers affected by the mortgage crisis, many homeowners still complain about delays, runarounds and lost paperwork as they try to modify their ...

Though critics say it's too little, US claims mortgage modification progress. WASHINGTON, Oct. 8, 2009 -- The Obama administration Thursday announced they have already met their goal of modifying ...