How can I negotiate with my second mortgage lender to take?

If you are significantly behind in certain types of payments, not only to the lender of the second, but also other things such as student loans or IRS debt, your second lender knows it will be last in line for collections when pitted against federal agencies.

How much can you settle a second mortgage for?

If you start your offer low, expect the lender to counteroffer. Second mortgages are often settled for 5 to 20 percent of the loan balance. If the lender approaches you first with an offer, respond with your offer.

Is it possible to negotiate the terms of a mortgage?

Can you negotiate your mortgage terms? The short answer is “yes”—but it’s difficult. A lender is unlikely to want to lower the mortgage rate. However, you can save money by shopping around for the best rate and, if possible, getting a lender to lower their rate to match or beat a competitor.

What happens in the event of a second mortgage?

Lenders who take a second mortgage don’t have the same guarantee. In the event of a foreclosure, your second lender only gets paid after the first lender receives their money back.

What’s the best way to negotiate a settlement on a second mortgage?

Start by offering 5 percent of the loan. Do not expect the lender to automatically accept your low offer. The lender wants to recover as much money as possible. Lenders commonly agree to accept settlements for 10 percent to 20 percent of the loan.

What kind of second mortgage can I get?

The most common types of second mortgage are home equity loans (HELs) and home equity lines of credit (HELOCs). It is possible to have one of those without having a first mortgage (you never had one or you’ve paid it off) but they’re relatively rare. Related: Home equity loan vs line of credit (HELOC) 1.

What to do if you can’t make your second mortgage payments?

Call the servicer of your second mortgage loan. Explain that your employer has recently cut your weekly hours, that you’ve lost your job or you’ve suffered a serious illness or injury that is keeping you from working. Tell your servicer that this financial hardship has made it impossible to make your payments on your second mortgage loan.

What is second priority mortgage?

Second Mortgages and Lien Priority. A second mortgage is a loan you take out using your house as security that is junior to another mortgage (a first mortgage). A few common examples of second mortgages are home equity loans and home equity lines of credit ( HELOCs ).