Mayor Taveras and AG Kilmartin Host Mortgage Foreclosure Prevention and Loan Modification Workshop

Providence Mayor Angel Taveras and Attorney General Peter F Kilmartin, in partnership with the Loan Modification Scam Alert campaign, hosted a free mortgage foreclosure prevention and loan modification workshop on Wednesday, June 27, 2012 at the Roger Williams Park Casino in Providence.

The workshop provided information and assistance to homeowners who may be in jeopardy of going into foreclosure, homeowners currently in foreclosure, and anyone seeking information regarding the National Mortgage Foreclosure Settlement.

In addition, the Attorney General's Consumer Protection Unit assisted those who have been the victim of a mortgage modification scam.

"I've worked hard as Mayor to address the impacts of the national foreclosure crisis that is crushing hope and opportunity for too many in our community," said Mayor Taveras. "This workshop is a great opportunity for homeowners who are in fiscal crisis or at risk of foreclosure to learn how to protect themselves against mortgage modification scams and connect with resources that are available to assist them."

"Rhode Island is still reeling from the nationwide housing crisis, with many homeowners struggling to stay in their homes," said Attorney General Kilmartin. "This workshop brings together the many local, state and federal resources and assistance programs that are available to homeowners. It will also serve as an opportunity to learn more about the national mortgage foreclosure settlement and how to protect against those who illegally make false promises of mortgage modification relief."

HUD-certified counselors, mortgage service providers, Rhode Island Housing, Housing Network of Rhode Island, Rhode Island Legal Services, the West Elmwood Housing Development Corporation, Blackstone Community Action Program, and many other agencies were present to assist homeowners.

To learn more about the Mortgage Foreclosure Prevention and Loan Modification Workshop, please visit www.riag.ri.gov.