We at MaineHousing know that this is a very stressfull and challenging time for many. We are here to assist you if you are experiencing a financial hardship and difficulties making your Mainehousing First-Time Homebuyer Loan payment due to COVID-19. MaineHousing, its lender partners, and housing counselors are available to discuss payment and budget options. The important thing to do is call.
Your lender will discuss the following options with you:
- Special forbearance
- Payment plans
- Maine HOPE (HomeOwnership Protection for unEmployment) Program for unemployed MaineHousing borrowers.
- Loan modifications
- MaineHousing HAMP (Home Affordable Modification Program)
If you can't make your MaineHousing Mortgage payment, ask for help! Call your servicer/lender’s telephone number found on your billing statement or MaineHousing at 1-800-452-4668 (Maine Relay 711) .
MaineHousing compiled a list of Frequently Asked Questions and Answers concerning mortgage payments and COVID-19. Download the document:
MaineHousing Mortgage FAQ COVID-19