Loan Modification Legal Help

Adjust loan terms with clear legal guidance.

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What can happen if you are past the balloon period & you need a modification?
How much time does it take to rewrite a loan, if my deadline is coming up?

Loan Modification, Renewal, and Extension Services

You might need to renew your loan if your loan has a balance remaining upon its maturity date. The lender/owner has the option to require a full payoff. Loan renewals have a similar process as the original loan application. You may need financial information to prove your stability. However, in most cases of owner finance, you do not have to follow strict rules to re-write the loan. If there is a balloon payment due on the loan, then the original borrower needs to extend the loan. If they have been consistent in making their payments, you may consider extending the note two years. The extenuating circumstances of the economy and lending restrictions may prohibit refinancing. Negotiate a fee in lieu of extending the loan. It is usually better to work out terms with your buyer in good payment standing. Otherwise, you call the loan due leading to recursive action. Price: $300 (Setup an appointment here).

Legal Support for Loan Adjustments

Extensions

Term Loan Extension Fee: Sometimes this is in an amount equal to 0.30% of the outstanding principal balance. Sometimes this is an arbitrary number, and sometimes there is no loan extension fee at all.

Examples are:

A fee equal to three-twentieths of one percent (0.15%).
A fee equal to one-fourth of one percent (0.25%) of the outstanding principal amount of term loans.

If your buyer is unable to pay the loan due to hardship, then you may want to negotiate conditions like a revised monthly payment. We can re-write the contract for you. You can either negotiate or pursue foreclosure. Usually it is better for both parties to negotiate new terms.

Another option if your borrower is unable to make payments & facing foreclosure, you could do a deed in lieu of foreclosure & the property will be given back to you, for the loan to be cancelled.

How is Refinancing Different?

Refinancing is different than making a modification. When you refinance, you are taking out a new loan to pay off the old loan. An extension or modification uses the same contract terms with minor changes and an extension of the maturity date. It does not rewrite a new contract for a new loan amount.

FAQ

What Do I Need to Do a Modification, Renewal or Extension of a Loan?

What Are Some of the Things That I Can Change With My Modification?

How Long Does the Process Take?

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Maas Law Firm, Texas Real Estate Attorney

We are a San Antonio Real Estate Law firm that offers fixed fee rates for a variety of legal transaction services, including Owner Finance & Wraparound Closings, Foreclosures, Deeds & Releases, Real Estate Contracts, Title Issues & Judgments, Wills & Estates, Probate & Administration, & LLC Formations. If you need help assessing your case give our office a call.

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