NACA (Neighborhood Assistance Corporation of America) is coming this weekend, Oct. 2-5, to the Phoenix Convention Center. This is a HUD-certified, non-profit counseling agency that is doing a nationwide tour called “Save the Dream” to help people work with their mortgage servicer to modify their loan.

NACA started in 1988 with the goal of providing and assisting with affordable homeownership. These community advocates offer their services free of charge and will aggressively seek help for people experiencing a hardship.

Many of the major loan servicers will be attending “Save the Dream” with the goal of offering same-day loan modifications. Similar events have already been held in Cleveland, Chicago, St. Louis and Atlanta, and NACA claims they have helped thousands of homeowners permanently reduce their interest rates.

If you or someone you know is currently struggling with mortgage payments due to today’s economy, NACA may be able to help. If you are interested in attending “Save the Dream,” register at the NACA website – www.naca.com.

Kristi Miller is the Mortgage Loan Specialist for Arizona Central Credit Union, where she has worked since 2006. She’s an Arizona native.