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[Option] Home Affordable Modification Program (HMP) [Key Benefits] Changes the mortgage note itself, giving you a "fresh" start on managing your mortgage loan. Brings your account up to date immediately once the loan modification is executed. [How Does the Option Work?] 
Goal of HMP: Help the most at-risk borrowers in default and those that are at risk of imminent default stay in their homes through a modification process to establish an affordable monthly housing payment. The goal is to reach a monthly housing payment (which includes capitalized past due payments, principal, interest, taxes, insurance and HOA/condo fees) that is no more than 31% of the borrower(s) total monthly gross household income. How HMP Works: Participating servicers and investors will work with eligible qualified borrowers to reach a more affordable mortgage payment through extending the term of the loan, lowering the interest rate, capitalizing delinquent mortgage payments, and/or forbearing principal. All outstanding late fees are waived. Eligible Borrowers: Borrowers that are past due on first mortgage or are in imminent default, can be in foreclosure, own and occupy the property, and the property is a single family residence (1 -4 unit property, one unit of which is the borrower's principle residence). Cooperative share mortgages and mortgage loans secured by condominiums and manufactured homes are eligible for HMP. First mortgages are only eligible for this program. The program will sunset on December 31, 2012, and first mortgage loans must have been originated prior to January 1, 2009. Borrower(s) may only modify one (1) time under the HMP program. First Mortgage Loan Limits: First lien mortgage loans must have an unpaid principle balance (prior to capitalization for arrearages) equal to or less than the following: 1 unit property will be $729,750 regardless of property location 2 units: $934,200 regardless of property location 3 units: $1,129,250 regardless of property location 4 units: $1,403,400 regardless of property location LTV: N/A to HMP qualification process. Mandatory Escrow: Escrows for real estate taxes and homeowners' insurance must be set up under this program if they are not currently escrowed. Required Documentation for Qualification Review: A signed hardship statement, verification of monthly gross household income (2 most recent pay stubs, most recent tax return, and signed IRS form 4506-T), and expense documentation as needed. 3 - 4 Month Trial Modification Requirement: For modification to be complete, if borrower is delinquent prior to modification, they must make 3 payments within 90 days at the new modified payment level and be current at day 90. If the borrower is current at the time of modification, the borrower must make 4 payments within 120 days at the new modified payment level and be current at 120 days. Borrower Incentive: Borrower(s) are eligible to receive Pay-for-Performance Success that goes towards reducing principal of $1,000 each year for (5) five years if they stay current on their mortgage loan. Counseling Requirement: If the borrower has a back-end ratio (borrower total monthly debt ratio) equal to or greater than 55%, HUD approved housing counseling is required. Servicers are required to send a letter to applicable borrowers regarding the counseling requirement. The borrower must acknowledge in writing that s(he) will obtain such counseling at HUD-approved housing counseling agencies. Borrowers can receive free counseling by calling the Homeowner's HOPE Hotline™, 888-995-HOPE™ or visit www.hud.gov to find a housing counselor in their area. For more information about the Home Affordable Modification Program, please visit www.financialstability.gov. Note: The Streamlined Modification Program (SMP) and the Early Workout™ Program expired in March 2009.
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