Monday, March 16, 2009

Secret Ways To Step-up Your Chances For A Loan Modification

By Gerald Fox

Now, let's have a look at some ways to increase the chances of obtaining a loan modification. These little known facts greatly step-up your chances of success. Let's go over a couple of tips.

If you want to qualify, you have to prove financial hardship. This requires you to write a 'hardship letter' to your lender. In this letter, you explain your financial situation. Also, make sure you tell your bank what measures you will take to improve your financial situation. Finally, tell the bank you're committed to continuing being a home owner.

If you set up a new home budget and free up some money, this gives you more space for monthly payments. You have to be aware of your expendable income to be able to determine a realistic monthly payment. Reassure the bank that can pay that monthly amount now and will be able to keep it up in the future.

Take the time to complete the needed financial statements for the lender. Don't leave off information and be thorough. Make the lenders job easy by submitting a complete financial statement including a financial offer for the future.

If you're planning to do mortgage loan modification, plan ahead and do your research. As soon as you're aware of the approval criteria, you dramatically increase your chances of success. When applying for mortgage loan modification, know that you need to hurry. It's up to you to do all the necessary research and save your home!

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