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Spot the Differences: Loan Modification vs. Short Sale

Today, millions of Americans struggle to pay their mortgage payments. Whether it's because of a change in income, lost job, an injury or illness, or because of a costly divorce; these financial burdens can be overwhelming. In any case, the goal is for you to relieve yourself of the gargantuan financial burden with the least repercussions. As a result, a growing number of homeowners consider a loan modification vs. short sale. While each of these solutions have challenges, both are better than losing your house to foreclosure. Continue reading to learn more about loan modification vs. short sale.

DIY Debt Settlement, Dangers You Should Be Aware Of

If you have high credit card debt, you might be able to settle the debt for less than the full amount. If you plan to do-it-yourself there are dangers you should be aware of.

Credit card settlement involves negotiating with the creditor company via an offer to settle the amount you owe with a lesser amount. In the event that the creditor accepts, you must be prepared to pay the entire negotiated settlement amount up front, in one lump sum.

Bad Lending, Are You Being Taken Advantage Of?

If you put down less than 20% when you purchased a home, you probably pay for private mortgage insurance (PMI) every month. Private mortgage insurance protects the lender in case you can't make your payments and the house is foreclosed on. But what happens if you paid 20% down? Surely, that proves that your loan is not a risky one for the lender. I mean you have shown that you have a significant financial stake in the property. Pay attention, Mortgage Watchdog says that 70% of existing escrow accounts violate federal law by holding excessive balances. According to the Federal Deposit Insurance Corporation (The FDIC is an independent agency of the federal government responsible for insuring deposits.) Home loan errors are costing Americans $8 billion to $10 billion each and every year.

Celebrating 20 Years of Service - Attorney at Law, Gregory M. Nordt, Esq.

Attorney at Law, Gregory M. Nordt, Esq. has reached another milestone – 20 years of service and experience in the field. He has been practicing foreclosure defense, banking/finance law, tax law, and IRS tax controversy since 1995. Mr. Nordt, along with his team at Amerihope Alliance Legal Services, invoke candor, integrity, and expertise whilst defending their clients. All with the common end goal of achieving the best possible outcomes.

“I, along with our entire team, am extremely proud of our attorney Greg Nordt, that he has reached this career milestone with such integrity," said Amerihope Alliance Legal Services Operations Manager Sherrill Clark. "We applaud Greg for his long standing commitment and passion." All cases are unique and Mr. Nordt treats all clients with the respect and care they deserve.  From the start, Mr. Nordt fights alongside his clients to ensure the end goal is met. 

“There are so many talented people I work with. For the last three years our Managing

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