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In this area of lawforwa you will find resources for preventing common legal problems, and for solving them once they arise.

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Coping With Bankruptcy: Personal bankruptcy is on the rise in Washington state, due to rising unemployment, home foreclosures, and other factors. Read about it in the Seattle Times, and get practical information from KUOW-FM’s “The Conversation” and the Federal Trade Commission’s website.

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What You Need to Know About Foreclosure

The fear of foreclosure looms over homeowners who are struggling to make their monthly payments because of unemployment, adjustable rate mortgages, and other factors. The best way to prevent foreclosure is to learn about your options then work with your lender. The following websites provide valuable information. If you are facing foreclosure, call the Homeownership Information Hotline at 1-877-894-HOME (1-877-894-4663).

  • The state’s Department of Financial Institutions and Housing Finance Commission have created a homeownership information website offering advice on foreclosure, buying a home, refinancing, and avoiding scams.
  • The U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development offers a Guide to Avoiding Foreclosure, which discusses managing debt, resolving problems with your lender, and how to get over the phone help with HUD-approved housing counselors.
  • A common question homeowners have is whether is it better to declare bankruptcy or undergo foreclosure. The Avvo.com website helps you decide, based on your specific situation and your future goals.
  • Other links to foreclosure information are available on the Washington LawHelp website.