HelpCenter Authorization / Disclosure
I understand that RIHousing provides foreclosure prevention counseling (“Counseling”) and I request that RIHousing provide me
such assistance. An overview of the range of Counseling services that I am entitled to receive is set forth on Attachment A. I
understand that I have a choice with respect to HUD-approved counseling agencies, and I am not required to use RIHousing to
provide counseling.
I authorize RIHousing to contact my mortgage lender or servicer (collectively,
the “Mortgagee”) on my behalf regarding any loan secured by my property located at
the “Loan”) and to obtain from such Mortgagee any information regarding my Loan that RIHousing deems necessary to provide
the Counseling.
I have provided RIHousing information regarding my personal finances and authorize RIHousing to obtain a credit report on me
in order to provide the Counseling (this information, along with the information obtained from the Mortgagee, the “Financial
Information”).
I understand and agree that RIHousing will use the Financial Information to evaluate my options regarding the Loan and to develop an
action plan consisting of recommendations for handling of the Loan and my finances, which will be presented to me.
I understand that the Loan and the Financial Information will be discussed with the Mortgagee and that I may or may not be
present during the discussion.
I may be referred to other housing services of RIHousing or another agency or agencies as appropriate that may be able to assist with
particular issues that have been identified. I understand that I am not obligated to use any of the services offered to me. I understand
that RIHousing provides a variety of lending and mortgage products, including: mortgage loans to low- and moderate-income
homebuyers and homeowners; home repair loans; home equity loans; septic system replacement loans; sewer tie- in loans; lead
abatement loans; loans for home weatherization; loans under the federal Hardest Hit Fund program to prevent avoidable foreclosures;
and loans for home modification to assist disabled residents. The loans described above may also be originated by participating
lenders or third-party brokers, who are compensated by RIHousing for their origination services. I further understand that I am not
obligated to use or receive any other products or services from RIHousing or its participating lenders or brokers.
RIHousing offers a variety of mortgage-related services, including first-time homebuyer training and landlord training. I
understand that I am not obligated to use or receive any of these other services from RIHousing. If I already receive mortgage-
related services from RIHousing, I understand that I am not obligated to use RIHousing for Counseling services and may choose
from among HUD-approved housing counseling agencies.
I understand that a counselor may answer questions and provide information, but not provide legal advice. Counseling is not a
substitute for legal advice. If I want legal advice, I will be referred for appropriate assistance.
I acknowledge that I have received a copy of RIHousing’s Privacy Policy.
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