Press Releases

Governor Newsom announces major expansion of mortgage relief program, with a four-fold increase in payments to survivors

Disaster-affected homeowners now qualify for one year of mortgage relief through Governor Newsom’s expansion of the state’s CalAssist mortgage relief program — increasing the relief period from three to twelve months of mortgage payments, with a total increase to $100,000.

Disaster-Affected Homeowners Now Qualify for One Year of Mortgage Relief Under Expanded State Program

The CalAssist Mortgage Fund announced today a major expansion of mortgage relief for homeowners who were affected by a qualified disaster, including Los Angeles homeowners impacted by last year’s wildfires, offering eligible households a full year of mortgage assistance that does not need to be repaid. The expansion also increases income limits to allow more families to access this assistance.

As federal aid stalls, Governor Newsom announces proposed effort to close insurance gaps for LA fire survivors, expands mortgage relief

Governor Newsom is announcing additional commitments from banks to help extend forbearance and will expand California’s successful CalAssist mortgage relief program to more homeowners. The state is also exploring new funding options to help Los Angeles firestorm survivors bridge the gap between insurance payouts and the cost of rebuilding.

CalAssist Mortgage Fund: Altadena Testimonial

Homeowner Sonia Linares speaks about her experience losing her home in Altadena and how mortgage relief from the CalAssist Mortgage Fund is helping her recover and rebuild.

CalAssist Mortgage Fund Expanded Income Eligibility Press Conference

California expands CalAssist Mortgage Fund Disaster Relief: More California families to qualify for mortgage grants.

Applications are Open Now for the CalAssist Mortgage Fund

Governor Newsom provides eligible homeowners $20,000 through new CalAssist Mortgage Fund for California disaster survivors

Facts About CalHFA's New Mortgage Relief Program for Disaster Victims


Materials

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