NEW MEXICO (KRQE) – New Mexico homeowners facing financial difficulties with their mortgage payments are eligible for free assistance from the state. The state hopes this assistance will help prevent foreclosures. In partnership with United South Broadway Corporation (USBC), eligible homeowners can access HUD-certified Housing Counseling and legal services to navigate their foreclosure options, including loan modifications, mediation, and loan reinstatement. This program provides expert assistance to help homeowners stay in their homes and regain financial stability. Story continues below Community: Bill aims to encourage schools to ban phones from the classroom in NM Don't Miss: APD helicopter video shows officers chasing suspect who tried to hide in a bush Weird: Video shows Santa Fe man accused of spending the night inside a Walmart “While we work hard to help New Mexicans buy their first homes, it’s equally important that we help them avoid foreclosure,” Daniel Werwath, director of the Office of Housing for Gov. Michelle Lujan Grisham, said in a news release. “Homeownership is the single biggest source of wealth for most New Mexico families, and we want to ensure that their investment is protected for the long-term.” For more information on how to access free Housing Counseling and legal services, visit USBC’s website or call 505-764-8867 or 575-449-8930 for a free consultation.