Tucson Distressed Property Experts Announce New Website to Help Homeowners Void Foreclosure

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Don & Kathy Vallee

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Kathy@KathyVallee.com

Local Agent Provides Free Information Resource to Tucson Homeowners Facing Financial Hardships

New Web site presents options for homeowners confronted

with the possibility of foreclosure.

Tucson, AZ - August 12, 2009 - Local real estate agent and community advocates, Don & Kathy Vallee of RE/MAX Excalibur, today announced the creation of a new information Web site for Tucson-area homeowners in distress www.CallToAvoidForeclosure.com contains vital facts about the options available to these homeowners, to help them make the educated decisions about their future.

"We developed this site with our community in mind," Vallee said. "When faced with the possibility of foreclosure, We've seen too many homeowners make poor choices, even walking away from their homes without calling their lender or a real estate agent. These people didn't know the options available, or even how to find any information on their situation.

"We want more for the people of Tucson, and more comes with making informed decisions."

www.CallToAvoidForeclosure.com acts as a hub for information on the facts and issues for struggling homeowners, putting all the necessary information in one, easy-to-use location. The information and materials located on the site are regularly updated to reflect market changes, trends, new lender requirements, and industry updates.

Alex Charfen, co-founder and CEO of the Distressed Property Institute in Austin, Texas, said that more than seven out of 10 homeowners in foreclosure proceed without any visible assistance.

"Agents with the Certified Distressed Property Expert^® designation are helping distressed homeowners understand that there may be options available to them," Charfen said. "Don & Kathy Vallee have been trained to help homeowners avoid foreclosure, and this Web site resource to educate the community is a commendable public service."

The CDPE designation provides real estate professionals with specific understanding of the complex issues confronting the real estate industry. Through comprehensive training and experience, CDPEs are able to provide solutions for homeowners facing hardships in today's market.

For more information about CDPE Designation, visit www.cdpe.com.