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Rescue Refinance

Credit Union :CoVantage Credit Union
Assets :$739,816,000
Address :723 Sixth Avenue | Antigo, WI 54409
Open / Closed End :Closed

Loan Underwriting Qualifications :

Rescue Refinance is designed for any member who is in danger of losing their home to foreclosure.

Rates, Fees, and Terms :

  • Up to 90% LTV without PMI if necessary, unless member qualifies for PMI
  • Debt to income ratio of 38% of gross income or with a strong cosigner
  • Risk Based Pricing applies
  • A 10/1 ARM is used
  • Automatic transfer of mortgage payments is required
  • Mandatory Escrow Account with automatic transfer
  • Credit Committee approval is required

Target Market :

Those members in danger of losing their homes to foreclosures due to a family crisis or an extreme rate increase from an Adjustable Rate Mortgage (ARM).

Marketing Strategy

  • Word-of-mouth
  • Referrals by loan officers or collection staff when signs of distress appear

Program Results/Statistics :

As of 12/31/09, 6 loans totaling $583,000 have been completed under this program.

Additional Information :

Vendors/Systems/Technology Used

No special technology is required.