Here’s a list of some high-level resources where Los Angeles homeowners can find additional information and possibly help, regarding mortgage forbearance or other questions.
There has been a lot of discussion on what homeowners and real estate investors can do to help them through the COVID-19 pandemic.
List of lenders who may offer relief
Website: https://www.aba.com/about-us/press-room/industry-response-coronavirus
National relief information and resources
Website: https://www.hud.gov/
If you want to talk to a housing counselor about avoiding-foreclosure
Website: https://apps.hud.gov/offices/hsg/sfh/hcc/hcs.cfm
If you have a Fannie Mae loan
Website: https://www.knowyouroptions.com/covid19assistance
If you have a Freddie Mac loan
Website: https://myhome.freddiemac.com/own/getting-help-disaster.html
General info on CFPB
Website: https://www.consumerfinance.gov/about-us/blog/guide-coronavirus-mortgage-relief-options/
Small Business Loans 800-827-5722
Website: https://www.sba.gov/
Coronavirus resources
Website: https://www.nar.realtor/coronavirus-resources-for-property-owners
Press release from HUD explaining mortgage relief for FHA loans
Website: https://www.hud.gov/press/press_releases_media_advisories/HUD_No_20_048
Please check county and city websites. There are several that have grants for business and tenants and not enough people are even thinking about trying at the local level. Also, call 211. The health and human services tool is nationwide. They will likely have these resources for you at the local level.