Foreclosure is a legal process in which a lender attempts to recover the balance of a loan from a borrower who has stopped making payments. If you are facing foreclosure in New Jersey, it is important to take action immediately to avoid losing your home. There are a number of options available to homeowners who are struggling to make their mortgage payments, including loan modification, forbearance, and refinancing.
Loan modification is a process in which the lender agrees to change the terms of your mortgage, such as the interest rate or the monthly payment amount. Forbearance is a temporary suspension of mortgage payments. Refinancing is a process in which you replace your existing mortgage with a new loan with a lower interest rate or monthly payment.