CHICAGO -- You may be one of about 3.5 million Americans already in a forbearance on your mortgage, but what if you need an extension? Or what if you want to start paying again? "This is home, Villa ...

The Biden administration announced Tuesday it was taking steps to extend a moratorium on home foreclosures and a forbearance on mortgages until the end of June as the economy continues to recover from ...

Fannie Mae and Freddie Mac saw a rise in foreclosure prevention actions and forbearance plans in October 2025, while cash-out refinances declined. AI Summary In October alone, the GSEs completed 7,210 ...

Foreclosure occurs when a homeowner stops paying their mortgage for an extended period — typically 120 days following the first missed payment. If you’re facing financial hardship, contact your lender ...

The Consumer Financial Protection Bureau proposed a rule Monday to prevent a wave of foreclosures this fall, when certain Covid-era protections for homeowners are set to expire. The proposal, which ...

If you want to refinance your mortgage but you're enrolled in a forbearance program, generally, you must first end the forbearance and meet certain conditions. Refinancing involves paying off ...