BEWARE Foreclosure Rescue Scams
The possibility of losing your home to foreclosure can be terrifying. The reality that scam artists are preying on the vulnerability of desperate homeowners is equally frightening. Many so-called foreclosure rescue companies or foreclosure assistance firms claim they can help you save your home. Learn more from HUD and the Federal Trade Commission.
Behind in house payments or facing foreclosure?
Foreclosure can often be prevented. DO NOT ignore letters from your lender. Act now by taking one of the following 3 steps:
Buying a home?
Did you know that the cost of a home inspection can be included in an FHA mortgage for less than $2 per month? That’s not much to pay for a little peace of mind. Visit our Homeownership page.
Also, make sure that you see the OwnAHOMEMN.org to learn about how the quality, affordable homes made available by the Metropolitan Consortium of Community Developers (MCCD).
Renting?
To apply for low-income housing at a HUD-subsidized apartment, visit the management office of each apartment building that interests you. Visit our Rental Help page.
Also, check out Housinglink.org for affordable rental housing information in the Twin Cities & selected regions of Minnesota as well as a searchable database of affordable rental properties.