New Jersey Housing and Mortgage Finance Agency

New Jersey Housing and Mortgage Finance Agency

Emergency Rescue Mortgage Assistance (ERMA)

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PROGRAM OVERVIEW:

  • Up to $75,000 per household for expenses which may include:
    • Mortgage reinstatement
    • Escrow shortages
    • Delinquent property taxes and HOA dues/fees
    • Municipal or property tax liens
    • Mortgage payments, including principal, interest, taxes, and homeowner’s insurance

ELIGIBILITY:

  • To qualify for assistance, a homeowner must:
    • Own and occupy an eligible one- to four- unit primary residence
    • Have experienced a COVID-19 related financial hardship, and have been unable
      to remain current on mortgage payments
    • Meet household income limits