A loan modification is a change to the principal amount, interest rate, and/or maturity date of your mortgage, with the goal of preventing non-payment that could lead to foreclosure. It is often in the lender’s interest as well because foreclosures are often costly and time-consuming and result in economic loss to the lender.
For example, under the terms of a modification a lender may agree to lower your interest rate, extend the length of time you have to pay off the loan, or even reduce your principal amount in order to lower your monthly payments.
In practical terms, a it is a potential solution for homeowners facing financial hardship to achieve more affordable payments through a restructuring of existing loan terms. Refinancing a mortgage, on the other hand, is a way for homeowners that are regularly making their mortgage payments to get more favorable loan terms through a completely new loan. There are important differences between loan modifications and refinancing that homeowners should consider before pursuing one or the other.
If you can show a hardship and that you have sufficient income to make reasonable payments, you can apply for a loan modification with your lender or servicer. The main steps of the application process for a loan modification are:
Your lender will review all of this paperwork, along with additional info such as your credit report, to determine if you are eligible for a modification.
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