Really, there's nothing to do.. In 1982 Congress passed the Garn-St. Germain Depository Institutions Regulation Act. This makes it illegal for lenders to call the note due and payable for properties inherited... So, you have the best of both worlds.. you have a mortgage you didn't have to qualify for, and you have all the ownership rights by being on title.. Some lenders will try to convince (or scare) you into refinancing.. And although there might be a benefit to refinancing, (lower payment, lower interest rate, removing mortgage insurance, etc..) It's not necessary if you feel that leaving the existing loan in place is best.. and there's not costs if you leave the existing loan in place.. if you refinance, it could cost you several thousand.. I'm a preferred Lender with California and Arizona being my primary markets. If you or someone you know is looking for financing options, feel free to contact me or pass along my information. 480-287-5714 WilliamAcres.com NMLS# 226347 / RPM Mortgage NMLS 1541014 / AZMB0121893
Hi Iris,I am licensed in Fla. You have a few options so if you would like to discuss them feel free to give me a call. I am sorry for your loss.Take care,Pamela 603.893.4100 www.mortgagesbypamela.com
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