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DM2356 · Joined: 02 Oct 2008 Posts: 2 1.72 Dollars($)

I currently have an interest only mortgage and am scared that I will not be able to afford my home when principal is added. How do I ask my mortgage company to change my mortgage options? I can't refinance as the value of my house has lowered. I have never been a late on any payments in my entire credit history, I have excellent credit, I just don't know how to ask, or more specifically what I need to say. thank you for any advice offered.

elnoralittle · Posted: Thu Oct 02, 2008 1:00 pm Post subject:

First of all, when is your mortgage set to adjust?

Second, call your mortgage company and see what they can do. Some will refinance the loan internally and not charge a whole lot for it.

If you have good credit and good payment history, there is a chance they will work it for you. Most times they will try to put you into a fixed P&I rate. But it might work out to your advantage.

brian1 · Posted: Thu Oct 02, 2008 1:26 pm Post subject:

Contact the loss mitigation deprartment and explain your situation.
Good Luck
Brian

DM2356 · Joined: 02 Oct 2008 Posts: 2 1.72 Dollars($)

My mortgage will adjust in 3 yrs, I live in Vegas (ouch on the market). Do you think they will work with me if I let them know how much I am struggling to meet my payment now? With the economy my budget has shifted dramatically.

Thank you for your response.

brian1 · Posted: Thu Oct 02, 2008 4:34 pm Post subject:

Be prepared with documentation to show the problem. It is hard t say they have their hands full with people whos situation is going to change sooner. You just will have to try to find out.

Good Luck
Brian

elnoralittle · Posted: Thu Oct 02, 2008 5:00 pm Post subject:

Brian is right. Contact the loss mitigation dept of your bank.

The majority of banks right now are requiring you to be late to work out a deal, but I wouldn't recommend that.

If your rate doesn't adjust for sometime, you could just try to ride it out and see what happens.

you never know until you contact your current lender what they will or will not do.

smithsussane · Posted: Thu Oct 02, 2008 8:19 pm Post subject:

Hi DM!

Welcome to Forums!

You should immediately contact the lender and explain the situation to him. Tell him that you are not late in paying the dues but when the principal amount is added, you fear that you will not be able to pay. I think the lender will ask you to talk to the loss mitigation department. You can speak to them and sort out a new payment plan.

Feel free to ask if you have further queries.

Sussane

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