Bankruptcy

Call Your Representative and Demand Mortgage Modification in Bankruptcy

By Chris Kramer

An amendment being debated in the House of Representatives could provide powerful protections for homeowners going through bankruptcy. This legislation would allow bankruptcy judges to modify mortgages in Chapter 13 cases, providing a huge benefit for everyday hardworking Americans who are facing home foreclosure. The House may start voting on this amendment as soon as today!

Please take the steps below then share with your family and friends via email, Facebook, or any way you can get the word out!

1. Phone toll free at: 877.354.4958
2. Put in your zip code
3. When you reach the receptionist:
   • State your name
   • Say that you are a constituent
   • Ask the Representative to vote FOR the Conyers-Turner-Lofgren amendment (#201) to the Financial Services Reform bill.

The amendment is being fiercely opposed by the business and financial services communities. By calling your representative in support of this amendment, you can fight corporate greed and help your fellow Americans. This amendment will cost taxpayers NOTHING and will save millions of homes from foreclosure! Take action today!

Full post as published by The Bankruptcy Blog on December 10, 2009 (boomark / email).