MORTGAGES, LOANS & CREDIT

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Mortgages & Foreclosures

If you are facing foreclosure or can't pay your mortgage:

• Contact your lender.Your lender may be able to temporarily reduce or suspend your payments or help you refinance with a new loan and better terms. Keep a record: Write down who you spoke to, the date, and what was said. Use registered or certified mail in any important correspondence.
• Talk to a HUD-approved housing counselor.HUD-Approved Housing Counselorsdon't charge for their services and are trained to help you explore your options. Beware of any organization that attempts to charge a fee for housing counseling or assisting with a loan modification.
• Beware of Mortgage Relief Scams.Sadly, con artists take advantage of people who are already facing financial difficulties. For more information, read ourmortgage relief scam alert.
• File a consumer complaint.If you think you've been the victim of an unfair mortgage servicing practice, file a consumer complaint.

The National Mortgage Settlement

In February 2012, Alaska announced its participation in a $25 billion federal-state settlement with the nation’s five largest servicers relating to unfair mortgage servicing practices. For information about the settlement:

• The Alaska Attorney General’s press release
• The states’ settlement website,nationalmortgagesettlement.com
• FAQs
• Who May be Eligible

For more information on mortgages:

• HUD's Tips for Avoiding Foreclosure

• FTC's microsite on Mortgages/Real Estate

  http://www.law.alaska.gov/department/civil/consumer/credit.html

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• Mortgage Foreclosure
• Alaska Public Record