Mortgage debt
Issues arising after falling into arrears with mortgages and the steps borrowers and lenders can take to resolve the situation.
- Mortgage payment breaks- Homeowners whose income has been affected by the coronavirus pandemic can contact their lenders to discuss options and request a payment break. 
- Negotiating with mortgage lenders- Borrowers facing difficulties to pay their mortgage should check their insurance and contact lenders who must act in compliance with rules on mortgage arrears. 
- Reducing mortgage costs- Borrowers can ask their lender to reduce the monthly mortgage payment by making changes to the mortgage terms. 
- Voluntary sale- Options and consequences for borrowers considering a voluntary sale after repossession, which is preferable for many borrowers facing an enforced sale. 
- Mortgage shortfall debts- Borrowers may have to pay the outstanding amount to the insurer or lender if the proceeds of sale are not enough to pay off the mortgage in full. 
