Illinois Foreclosure Prevention Resources
For 2009, Illinois ranked 9th among all states in foreclosure rate, an increase of 31.81% from the year before. Nationally, 2009 was the worse year for foreclosures in US history, with 2.8 million property owners receiving a foreclosure notice.
The Obama Administration awarded 88.5 Million in homeless grants to more than 350 local housing and service programs in Illinois - U.S. Housing and Urban Development Secretary Shaun Donovan announced in July that the Obama Administration is awarding $88.5 million in grants to more than 350 local homeless agencies throughout Illinois. HUD grants offer homeless individuals and families a wide range of housing and support services. A complete local summary of the grant funding is available here.
Have a question about FHA?
Want to know more about FHASecure, reverse mortgages, FHA loans, or any other FHA program? Contact the FHA Resource Center. Call 1-800-CALL-FHA or (800-225-5342).
Midwest Flood Recovery and Response
Tips for Homebuyers
Before beginning the search for a new home, make a “wish list.” Writing down your needs beforehand will make your search much easier. Visit our Homeownership page for more homebuying help.
Need help paying your rent?
Looking for a housing voucher or HUD-subsidized apartment? Visit our Rental Help page.
Illinois Housing Search – providing you with access to affordable rental housing opportunities.
If you are unable to reach your servicer or local state program, or if you would like additional assistance in this process contact Mortgage Outreach at 1-866-408-0420. Mortgage Outreach works directly with many servicers to help find solutions for borrowers that are struggling to keep up with their payments.
