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Azusena Favela
“This housing crisis is different from the Great Recession,” said Azusena Favela, deputy director of the Economic Development Division at the Department of Consumer & Business Affairs, shifting focus to homeowners facing possible foreclosure.
Favela said she sees a proliferation of “cash for keys” flyers in her South L.A. neighborhood tempting people who’ve fallen behind on their mortgages to sell their homes for a fast payout. She urged those who might be tempted to tread carefully.
“I understand the desperation,” she said, “but before making a decision, contact us.” Counselors are available in multiple languages at (833) 238-4450 or check the department’s website.
HOW LA COUNTY RESOURCES CAN HELP YOU AVOID FORECLOSURE AND EVICTION
By Bertram Keller, Contributing Writer
Published December 10, 2020
Millions of workers have lost their jobs due to the pandemic. Homeowners are faced with foreclosure and countless tenants are on the verge of eviction. However, Los Angeles County has hosted a series of conferences to bring awareness to various resources that can help pay your rent on-time and prevent you from losing your home.
On Monday, December 7, 2020 The third conference hosted by LA County officials explained the beneficial services and resources that are available for people facing housing insecurity. LA County officials included: Chief of Housing & Tenant Protections for the LA County DCBA Dana Pratt, deputy Director of the LA County DCBA Azusena Favela, chief of Mediation & Counseling Maritza Gutierrez, and Acting Executive Director of LA County Development Authority Emilio Salas.