Scammers use a variety of tactics to find and target homeowners in distress. They may falsely "guarantee" or "promise" successful loan modifications or offer to help you save your home for an upfront fee.
The Center for NY Homeownership (CNYH) can help with:
- Referrals to trustworthy legal assistance
- Understanding your rights and options
- Reporting a scam to law enforcement
- Avoiding predatory lending
- Protecting against mortgage rescue scams
CNYH can provide you with a referral to a community-based organization to assess your financial and legal situation for mortgage-related issues and other homeownership assistance.
Learn more about how to spot and avoid scams.
Additional Assistance
Online
Visit the Homeowner Help Desk website.
By Phone
- Agency: Department of Housing Preservation and Development
- Division: Center for NY Homeownership
- Phone Number: (646) 786-0888
- Business Hours: Monday - Friday: 9 AM - 5 PM
- Staff is available through the automated phone system during business hours. Leave a message after hours and you'll get a call back.
