"The sad reality is that loan modifications are not helping most troubled homeowners save their mortgages from
foreclosure. Alternatives are needed. The government has seen this, and is putting all its
leverage on
servicers, junior lien holders, and lenders to fast track short sales. However, many troubled homeowners are asking: Why Should I Even Try to Get a Short Sale? I am Going to Lose my Home Whatever I Do? This is a fair question."