How to Survive the Housing Crisis

Get tips on dealing with a possible foreclosure.

Programs for homeowners in need

Making Home Affordable
The Federal government's program might help you modify or refinance your mortgage.
Keep Your Home California
This new State program might help you keep your home if you are unemployed.

Important tips for homeowners in need

Foreclosure rescue scams
Thieves prey on those facing a foreclosure. Here are tips on avoiding common scams.
Saving your home
This tipsheet sums up key facts if you are in danger of losing your home.
How to contact your lender
Here's a list of many major lenders. They might have a program right for you.

Information for Renters

Renters in a foreclosure
If you rent a home that is in foreclosure, the law gives you more time to move out.

The basics about foreclosure

Foreclosure facts
This tipsheet explains the basics: how to deal with your lender, avoid scams, get help, etc.
Lenders must contact you
State law says lenders must contact homeowners before starting foreclosure.