Foreclosures are rising, but numbers remain well below the levels seen during the 2008 crash. Current mortgage delinquencies are stable overall, with FHA borrowers more affected by economic shifts. Experts don’t anticipate a crisis, but monitoring is essential. Homeowners facing hardship have options, including repayment plans or selling to avoid foreclosure.
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Mortgage Forbearance: A Helpful Option for Homeowners Facing Challenges
Mortgage forbearance allows homeowners facing temporary financial challenges to pause or lower mortgage payments. Despite misconceptions, it remains available beyond the COVID-19 pandemic, particularly aiding those impacted by recent natural disasters. While forbearance rates have recently increased, they are still well below pandemic levels, offering crucial support to prevent foreclosure.
Why Today’s Foreclosure Numbers Won’t Trigger a Crash
With everything feeling more expensive these days, it’s natural to worry about how rising costs might impact the housing market. Many people are concerned that high prices and tighter budgets could cause more homeowners to fall behind on their mortgage payments, leading to a wave of foreclosures. But before you start worrying about a housing market crash,Continue reading “Why Today’s Foreclosure Numbers Won’t Trigger a Crash”