Do you ask the question, "Can I save my home from foreclosure?" With the economy as it is and the foreclosure rate rising everyday, many Americans are asking that very question.

This article is going to give you tips to help you avoid foreclosure.

1. Never ignore the problem. The further behind you are on your payments the worse the problem is going to get and the harder it will get to reinstate your loan. You need to face the problem head on or you will increase the likeliness of losing your home.

2. You need to open and respond to all the mail that you receive from your lender. The first notice that you receive will provide you with information that should help you prevent foreclosure while having financial problems. Any following letters will inform you of the legal actions that are pending to take place.

3. You should contact your lender and let them know if you're going to have problems making your mortgage payment. Lenders do not want your house, but they do want your money. If you contact your lender they can provide you with options to help you through your difficult financial situation.

4. You should contact a HUD, or U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development, agent. HUD is a low cost or funds free housing that provides counseling nationwide. These housing counselors will help you to understand your options in regard to the law, represent you in any negotiations between you and your lender, and organize your finances.

5. Outside of healthcare, housing should be your top priority. You need to keep your house at all costs, and that includes cutting back on your spending. Entertainment such as movies, cable TV, video games, etc. will need to be cut so you can pay your mortgage. You should also delay payments on any unsecured debts such as credit cards until you pay your mortgage.

6. Do you have any assets like jewelry, a second car, or life insurance? If you have anything that you can sell for cash you should. If you have someone in your household can earn a little extra money by getting a second job, maybe they should consider it. These may not make a significant difference against your debt, but it will show the lender that you are working on the problem.

Do you ask the question, "Can I save my home from foreclosure?" If you do then you are not alone because many Americans are asking that same question. With these six tips you should be able to prevent your house from being foreclosed.