#1) Is your home your primary residence?
#2) Is the amount you owe on your first mortgage equal to or less than $729,750?
#3) Are you having trouble paying your mortgage? For example, have you had a significant increase in your mortgage payment OR reduction in your income since you got your current loan OR have you suffered a hardship that has increased your expenses (like medical bills)?
#4) Did you get your current mortgage before January 1, 2009?
#5) Is your payment on your first mortgage (including principal, interest, taxes, insurance and homeowner's association dues, if applicable) more than 31% of your current gross income? Note: if you are uncertain, click here to determine