Posted on: 03rd Sep, 2010 01:28 pm
My husband passed away 12-23-09. Only his name is on the 2nd mtg (line of credit). Mortgage company recorded as a "charge off" this past May.House is appraised at less than I owe on first mtg. Since there's no way late husband is paying on this,and Im not legally obligated to pay (and cant) and house is "upside down", what if anything can I do to get 2nd loan (line of creidt) closed and loan satisfaction filed so I can re-negotiate 1st mtg? Thank you.
hi jensown!
welcome to forums!
it is true that you're not personally obligated to pay the loan. moreover, the second mortgage lender does not own the mortgage as he has charged it off to a collection agency. the charge off will not affect you but i don't think you will be able to close it. you can contact the first lender and start re-negotiating with him for the 1st mortgage.
feel free to ask if you've further queries.
sussane
welcome to forums!
it is true that you're not personally obligated to pay the loan. moreover, the second mortgage lender does not own the mortgage as he has charged it off to a collection agency. the charge off will not affect you but i don't think you will be able to close it. you can contact the first lender and start re-negotiating with him for the 1st mortgage.
feel free to ask if you've further queries.
sussane
Thank you Sussane for your reply. Much appreciated.
You're most welcome, Jen :-)