What is a Loan Modification or Loss Mitigation

Mortgage modifications or Loss Mitigation is when changes in the terms of a mortgage loan designed to make it more affordable to the borrower. There is Hope when it comes to Loan Modifications. Generally, modifications are available only to borrowers in default, or in imminent danger of default from impending rate increases that will make the mortgage payment not affordable to them. The purpose is to cure or avoid the default, thereby avoiding foreclosure.