Job Loss Protection
The Job Loss Protection Program is an optional, seller-funded mortgage protection program that helps home owners with monthly mortgage payments if they experience a loss of employment.
The Job Loss Protection Program is part of the HELP (Home owner Education and Loss Protection) program administered by the Rainy Day Foundation.
Program Overview
- Provides up to 6 months of mortgage payments during the first 24 months from date of closing if the borrower or co-borrower becomes involuntarily unemployed
- Coverage up to $1,800 per month
- Properties listed for sale by RE/MAX Executive or purchased through an RE/MAX Executive Realtor¨ are eligible for coverage under this program. Seller may elect not to participate.
- Cost of program is $500, payable by the seller at closing if buyer accepts the program.
- Program is offered at no cost to the buyer and cannot be funded by the buyer.
- Buyer will receive information packet within 45 days of closing to explain program.
Seller Advantages
- Program sets the seller’s home apart from others on the market, providing “added value” to attract potential buyers
- Home showings may increase due to a higher level of buyer interest.
- “Job Loss Protection” listings clearly identified with icon on charlotteproperty.com.
- Cost of the program payable by seller at closing only if buyer accepts and qualifies for the program.
Buyer Advantages*
- Buyer can purchase home with greater confidence.
- Program applies if borrower or co-borrower experiences involuntary loss of employment (assuming eligibility criteria are met).
- 24 months of coverage; can be used for multiple job losses during period for up to 6 months of payments (assuming criteria are met).
- Homes featuring “Job Loss Protection” program easily identified on charlotteproperty.com.
About the Rainy Day Foundation
The Rainy Day Foundation is a non-profit 501 (c) 3 organization whose mission is to assist individuals in maintaining homeownership.
The Job Loss Protection Program is part of the HELP Program, administered by the Rainy Day Foundation, which is intended to help buyers navigate the challenges of homeownership. The HELP Program provides voluntary financial and budget counseling to buyers via telephone and e-mail for the first 24 months following closing, as well as emergency counseling and grants to assist home owners during times of financial hardship.
* Buyer will receive an information packet with complete details of program coverage, including how to file a claim, within 45 days of closing.
