Many calls have been made to the help lines across the United States for rent and mortgage assistance during the pandemic. The U.S. Department of Labor reported about 42,000 Marylanders have applied for unemployment benefits. Here are some resources recommended by Property Solutions Group real estate experts that will help homeowners and renters.

Resources for homeowners

• Homeowners should contact their lender to see if they are eligible for a mortgage relief program.

• The American Bankers Association has an online list of the banks giving payment deferrals with no late fees for a mortgage and home equity loans.

• You can also contact the Maryland Department of Labor by email at DLFRComplaints-LABOR@maryland.gov or by phone at 410-230-6077 If for inquiries.

• Call the Maryland HOPE Initiative (Home Owners Preserving Equity) at 1-877-462-7555 to help you keep your home.

• As a homeowner, if you want to sell the house, Property Solutions Group can help! It is the top house buyer in Maryland and can offer a quick cash offer to you.

Resources for Renters

• Renters should call landlords to negotiate their payment alternatives.

• The Federal Housing Finance Agency offers multifamily property owners mortgage tolerance if they halt evictions for renters unable to pay rent due to the coronavirus.

• Speak to your local housing agency to discuss housing vouchers and rent assistance options

• United Way of Central Maryland can also help renters as they are collecting donations to help people cover rent.

• The Fair Housing Action Center of Maryland has a list of resources for renters exploring financial support.

For Anne Arundel County and Annapolis:

• Emergency Assistance to Families with Children - Annapolis: 410-269-4500

• Emergency Assistance to Families with Children - Glen Burnie: 410-269-4500

For Baltimore City:

• Franciscan Center: 410-467-5340

• HealthCare Access Maryland (HCAM): 410-649-0529

• American Legion Department of MD State Headquarters: 410-752-1405, 800-433-3318

• New Creation Christian Church Love Outreach Ministry: 410-488-5653

For Baltimore County:

• Community Action Network: 410-285-4674 ext. 111 or 123

For Harford County:

• Harford Community Action Agency: 443-456-3629

For Howard County:

• Community Action Council of Howard County: 410-313-6440

• Community Action Council of Howard County (Laurel Residents Only): 410-313-0220

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