Homeowners struggling to make their mortgage payments are sometimes tricked into believing a third party can help them in exchange for upfront fees.

The Consumer Financial Protection Bureau has seen excessive property-inspection charges, fees that loan mods should eliminate and improper line-item labels.

Keep an eye out for mortgage relief scammers, who may promise to change the terms of your loan or guarantee that you’ll keep your house. According to the Federal Trade Commission, asking for payment ...

I applied for a modification of my home loan due to the uncertainty of my job. It's a regular 30-year mortgage with a rate of 5.25%. I owe $370,000 on it. I found out last year, after talking to a ...

Mortgage refinancing gives homeowners flexibility as their financial circumstances and needs change. When you refinance your mortgage, you may be able to lock in a lower interest rate and get rid ...

Pay your bills in full and on time each month, look for any errors on your credit report and avoid applying for other loans or credit cards too close to your mortgage or refinance application.

Ready to buy a home? If you’re like most people, you’ll need to take out a mortgage loan to finance this purchase. Fortunately, you have plenty of choices when applying for a mortgage loan, including ...

I applied for a modification of my home loan due to the uncertainty of my job. It’s a regular 30-year mortgage with a rate of 5.25%. I owe $370,000 on it. I found out last year, after talking ...

The $195 million CMBS loan on Blackstone’s office tower at 211 Main Street in San Francisco is in special servicing but a mod is underway.

With over two years of experience writing in the housing market space, Robin Rothstein demystifies mortgage and loan concepts, helping first-time homebuyers and homeowners make informed decisions ...

A loan that lets you borrow against the value of your home, with funds delivered as a lump sum. Cash-Out Refinance: In a cash-out refinance, you replace your current mortgage with a larger one ...

The Department of Veterans Affairs has rolled out its fix for a home loan debacle, but it won't help many vets who were hurt financially.