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Single Family Default Monitoring System FAQ
QUESTION 1 - Where can I get information about Single Family Default Monitoring System (SFDMS) error codes and EDI reporting?
What is the R6 error code?
ANSWER - From the main SFDMS page, www.hud.gov/offices/hsg/sfh/nsc/sfdms.cfm please see links to 'Error Codes for HUD Default Reporting' and 'Mechanics of Reporting,' respectively.
QUESTION 2 - The ability to report defaults multiple times during the month has created problems for our company, because we find ourselves reporting the same default code on a loan via EDI and FHA Connection. What can be done to reduce duplication in reporting?
ANSWER -When reporting via EDI or FHA Connection, ensure that information reported to FHA Connection is not duplicated in EDI or vice versa. Reporting the same status codes for one loan to both systems will create duplication. Ensure that the last code reported at month end is the true status on the last day of the reporting period.
QUESTION 3 - The borrower is solicited for loss mitigation before foreclosure referral, but does not submit appropriate financial documentation or does not qualify for loss mitigation due to a lack of income. The servicer transmits an AO code. After the referral, the borrower submits the required documentation or experiences an increase in income that would make them eligible for a Loss Mitigation option. Would HUD recognize codes 09 Special Forbearance, 10 Partial Claim Started, or 28 Modification Started, as invalid status codes after reporting an AO?
ANSWER - NO, the scenario as presented above is not rare, so HUD would not consider this scenario presented in the default reporting history as illogical.
QUESTION 4 - When a third party sale occurs should status code 1A Foreclosure Sale Held be reported in addition to the status code 30?
ANSWER - Status codes 1A and 46 are not required as Code 30 negates the need for those codes.
QUESTION 5 - Current loans in bankruptcy status should not be reported to SFDMS; however, our servicer continues to report these loans and we continue to receive errors. Is there a way for SFDMS to exclude these loans from reporting?
ANSWER - The key is to remember that SFDMS is a default reporting system for reporting delinquent loans that are due for one full installment (30 days delinquent), and will always reject any case with a status that does not open with status code 42 - Delinquent. SFDMS is excluding current loans reported with bankruptcy status codes, by returning errors when you attempt to report these loans. Your servicer needs to change their reporting to exclude those loans.
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Assumptions
Assumption of an FHA-insured mortgage is a servicing function where the responsibility or paying for a mortgage is taken over by another person through simple assumption or creditworthiness assumption. read more |
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Claims
The vehicle utilized for payment of insurance proceeds from HUD to a Mortgagee is the Insurance Benefit Claim form HUD- 27011. This form is utilized for all submissions of claims for Conveyance of Property and Loss Mitigation Option incentives. read more |
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Deed-in-Lieu
A Deed in Lieu of foreclosure (DIL) is a disposition option in which a mortgagor voluntarily deeds collateral property in exchange for a release from all obligations under the mortgage. A DIL of foreclosure may not be accepted from mortgagors who can financially make their mortgage payments. DIL Fact Sheet / read more |
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Extension of Time
To comply with required time frames, an Extension of Time may be granted for a mortgagee to initiate or complete a Loss Mitigation (except Preforeclosure Sales) and/or foreclosure action. A mortgagee is required to submit to NSC-Oklahoma City, form HUD-50012, Request for Extension of Time, prior to the expiration of the respective time frame to Fax Number (405) 609-8405. read more |
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FHA Connection
FHA Connection (FHAC) is a portal used by mortgagees to report on and update the status of their FHA portfolio. In addition, the FHAC facilitates the following Single Family Servicing functions: Claims Processing, Delinquent Loans, HECM Reports, Monthly Premiums, Mortgage Record Changes, Mortgage Calculator, Mortgage Servicing Data Quality system and Lender Query by Case Number. FHAC FAQs. read more |
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FHA-HAMP
FHA-HAMP provides homeowners in default a greater opportunity to retain homeownership using a partial claim combined with a loan modification. Read Mortgagee Letter 09-23, the Questions and Answers document, and the FHA-HAMP Fact Sheet. |
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Foreclosure
Foreclosure should only be considered as a last resort and should not be initiated until all relief options have been exhausted. When foreclosure cannot be avoided, it must be started quickly and prosecuted vigorously to minimize losses to both the mortgagee and HUD. read more |
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General Loss Mitigation
This category includes all Loss Mitigation questions that are not specific to one of the five Loss Mitigation Options. read more |
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General Servicing
This category includes all General Servicing items stated within HUD Handbook 4330.1 REV-5, Administration of Insured Home Mortgages. read more |
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Loan Modification
A Loan Modification is a permanent change in one or more of the terms of a mortgagor's loan, allows the loan to be reinstated, and results in a payment the mortgagor can afford. Loan Modification Fact Sheet. read more |
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Partial Claim
Under the Partial Claim option, a mortgagee will advance funds on behalf of a mortgagor in an amount necessary to reinstate a delinquent loan (not to exceed the equivalent of 12 months PITI). The mortgagor will execute a promissory note and subordinate mortgage payable to HUD. Currently, these promissory or "Partial Claim" notes assess no interest and are not due and payable until the mortgagor either pays off the first mortgage or no longer owns the property. Partial Claim Fact Sheet. read more |
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Preforeclosure Sale
The Preforeclosure Sale (PFS) Program allows the mortgagor in default to sell his/her home and use the net sale proceeds to satisfy the mortgage debt even though these proceeds are less than the amount owed. Preforeclosure Sale Fact Sheet. read more |
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Preforeclosure Sale Variance
A mortgagee is required to submit to NSC - Oklahoma City, form HUD-90041, Request for Variance Procedure, to request permission from HUD regarding any Preforeclosure Sale Program exception as well as to request an Extension of Time pertaining to the Preforeclosure Sale Program. Variances are considered on a case-by-case basis. Requests are to be faxed to (405) 609-8405. read more |
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Single Family Default Monitoring System
Data reported to the Single Family Default Monitoring System (SFDMS) is used to measure the effectiveness of origination and servicing activities, and the potential risk to the insurance fund. For additional information, please see www.hud.gov/offices/hsg/sfh/nsc/sfdms.cfm
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Special Forbearance
A Special Forbearance (SFB) is a written repayment agreement between a mortgagee and a mortgagor, which contains a plan to reinstate an asset that is minimum three mortgage payments due and unpaid. Special Forbearance Fact Sheet. read more |
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Variance
On company letterhead, mortgagees are required to submit to NSC-Oklahoma City any request requiring a variance associated with Special Forbearance, Loan Modification, Partial Claim or Deed-in-Lieu of Foreclosure eligibility criteria or servicing guidelines. Variances are considered on a case-by-case basis. Requests are to be faxed to (405) 609-8405. read more |
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