Educate yourself in knowing what steps to take if you are facing potential foreclosure.  There are many tips that you should follow to keep your house as long as you can and keep the creditors from foreclosing.  One of the biggest is communication.  Many lendors will work with you to avoid foreclosure because it is generally in both of our best interests to avoid foreclosure.

Know your rights and avoid people and companies who are out to take advantage of your situation for their financial gain.  There are foreclosure scams that exist and you should be aware of them to protect yourself and your family.