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What is the Home Affordable Modification Program (HAMP)?

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The Home Affordable Modification Program (HAMP) is a federal loan modification program designed to reduce delinquent and at-risk borrowers' monthly mortgage payments. The Program is part of the Making Home Affordable Program, which was created by the Financial Stability Act of 2009.  For additional information regarding HAMP, visit: http://www.makinghomeaffordable.gov
Last updated on 02/12/19
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