The Connection Between Medical Debt and Foreclosure
Medical bills are a leading cause of foreclosure. Learn how to manage debt and protect your home during health crises.
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Unexpected medical bills often lead to financial distress — and, in many cases, foreclosure.
Why It Happens:
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High medical costs drain savings.
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Loss of income during illness makes mortgages harder to pay.
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Collection accounts damage credit, limiting financial options.
How to Cope:
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Negotiate hospital bills or request charity care.
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Seek mortgage forbearance during treatment.
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Consolidate medical debt at lower interest rates.
Protecting health shouldn’t mean losing a home — but homeowners must act quickly to safeguard both.
