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CFPB Issues NPRM Seeking to Halt Foreclosures Until 2022

Account Recovery

The Consumer Financial Protection Bureau yesterday issued a Notice of Proposed Rulemaking (NPRM) that would prohibit mortgage servicers from starting foreclosure proceedings until 2022 while also providing servicers with the ability to offer streamlined loan modification options to homeowners who have been impacted by the COVID-19 pandemic.

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Massachusetts AG Settles Improper Collection Case Against Mortgage Servicer

Account Recovery

The company was accused of violating consumer protection laws by attempting to collect on old debts tied to second-lien mortgages without proper communication or adherence to foreclosure-prevention measures. The company allegedly waited until borrowers were financially incapable of modifying their loans before attempting to collect.

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Will a Loan Modification Stop Foreclosure?

Sawin & Shea

There are few life events as stressful as a foreclosure. However, there are ways to prevent foreclosure, even if you can’t afford your mortgage payments. One of those methods is through a loan modification. What is foreclosure? Your lender will then notify you that you are in default and begin foreclosure proceedings.

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Understanding Indiana Foreclosure Laws

Sawin & Shea

When an Indiana homeowner is unable to make their mortgage payments, the lender eventually starts a foreclosure. The foreclosure process, if left to proceed, ultimately results in the house being sold off to settle all or part of the debt. Here are the important things you should know about Indiana’s foreclosure laws.

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How Long Will Chapter 13 Delay Foreclosure?

Sawin & Shea

When you’re going through the process of filing Chapter 13, foreclosure cannot occur because you’re granted an automatic stay, meaning that lenders cannot pursue your debts and recover collateral, including your home. Can I Stop Foreclosure with Chapter 13 Bankruptcy? If you’re wondering, “How long will Chapter 13 delay foreclosure?”

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Forbearance of Foreclosure? How to Keep Your Credit and Homeownership Intact

Credit Corp

consumers are enduring—including mortgage payment forbearance of foreclosure. Forbearance is the postponement of mortgage payments, or the lowering of monthly payments for a specified time period; it’s not loan forgiveness. Federally backed mortgages are protected against foreclosure through December 31, 2020.

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Defaulted Loans: Florida State Laws, Federal Laws and Federal Regulations

Jimerson Firm

When a lender holds a defaulted loan there are several issues that need to be considered before initiating a foreclosure. Additionally, specific Federal regulations may also apply and provide additional requirements for lenders holding VA loans or FHA loans, or provide protections for service members. Florida State Laws.

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