With demand for home refinancing loans at its highest level in 15 months, Lt. Gov. Becky Skillman is encouraging Hoosiers to avoid foreclosure through free workshops.

Since 2007 the Indiana Foreclosure Prevention Network has assisted more than 75,000 troubled borrowers. The Indiana Foreclosure Prevention Network's phone-a-thon held last year led to a huge drop in foreclosure filings for the 3rd quarter. Face-to-face interaction could produce even better results as the borrower can leave the meeting with everything their lender needs in hand.

Free events to help Hoosiers avoid foreclosure will take place in eight cities on September 1st at National Guard Armories:

Stop by anytime between 3 p.m. and 8 p.m. to attend a free workshop, speak with a counselor and begin preparing to meet with your lender. No registration is required.

•  South Bend: 1901 S Kemble Avenue, South Bend 46613
•  Indianapolis: 3612 West Minnesota Street, Indianapolis
•  Hammond: 2530 E. 173rd Street, Hammond 46323 (CST)
•  Fort Wayne: 130 Cook Road, Fort Wayne 46825
•  Columbus: 2160 Arnold Street, Columbus 47203
•  Evansville: 3300 E. Division, Evansville 47715 (CST)
•  Terre Haute: 3614 Maple Avenue, Terre Haute 47804
•  Richmond: 1200 W Main Street, Richmond 47374


Additional information about the free borrower events, like what to bring, can be found by visiting www.877gethope.org or calling 1-877-GETHOPE.

The GetHope website and phone number are always available. Hoosiers may use the website anytime to fill out a few details to be contacted by a certified foreclosure prevention specialist. The assistance is free and confidential.