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June 17, 2024

Beware of Zombie Mortgages: Protect Your Home TODAY!

Beware of Zombie Mortgages: Protect Your Home TODAY!

Welcome to another episode of The Foreclosure Fix podcast, hosted by DJ Olojo, your trusted guide for navigating foreclosure challenges. In this episode, DJ Olojo delves into the unsettling phenomenon of zombie second mortgages, which are unexpectedly reappearing and jeopardizing the financial security of many homeowners. Drawing insights from a recent NPR Planet Money episode, DJ Olojo explains the origins, consequences, and necessary actions to address these dormant yet dangerous debts. Tune in to learn how to manage these financial surprises and safeguard your home. For more resources and support, visit www.theforeclosurefix.com.

Key Takeaways:

  1. Zombie Second Mortgages Defined: Understand what zombie second mortgages are and why they are suddenly reemerging to threaten homeowners.
  2. Difference Between Charge Off and Pay Off: Learn the crucial differences between a charge-off and a pay-off, and why this distinction is vital for your mortgage.
  3. Historical Context: Explore how the 2008-2010 real estate crisis contributed to the rise of these dormant second mortgages.
  4. Immediate Actions for Homeowners: Get practical advice on what steps to take if you receive a notice about a zombie second mortgage.
  5. Foreclosure Prevention Tips: Discover the importance of reviewing your loan documents and communicating with lenders to prevent foreclosure due to unexpected second mortgages.

For more expert advice and helpful resources, visit www.theforeclosurefix.com.

Links Referenced in this podcast:

https://www.npr.org/2024/05/10/1197959049/zombie-second-mortgages-homeowners-foreclosure

https://apnews.com/article/credit-card-delinquency-nonprofit-counselor-c8197a70d38a3c5605f40fc1f4f775bb

https://www.attomdata.com/news/most-recent/top-10-u-s-counties-with-greatest-numbers-of-foreclosure-starts-in-april-2024/

https://www.attomdata.com/news/most-recent/top-10-u-s-counties-with-greatest-numbers-of-foreclosure-starts-in-april-2024/

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