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We like to believe that when we buy a house it will be a sound investment. Due to a variety of reasons, including declining market values, loss of employment, or acquiring new debt, many owners find themselves in situations where they need to sell their property for less than they owe on their mortgage. This…
The global pandemic of COVID-19 has turned the idea of normal on its head and put a lot of financial strain on countless people. Although jobs have become scarce, financial burdens haven’t lessened – including mortgages. When you fail to meet your mortgage payments, you face the risk of foreclosure. So, what are your foreclosure…
Over my more than 45 years of practicing law, I’ve often been contacted by potential clients who ask if an attorney can help them negotiate a loan modification with their lender. The answer to that question is yes, that falls within the purview of what a practicing attorney can do. You, the potential client, should…
Although not as prevalent as they once were, short sales in Florida offer an alternative option to the foreclosure. With a short sale, the implications for the distressed homeowners are not nearly as severe. But there are a few things you need to know before discussing a foreclosure short sale with your bank or lending…
Statistics show that in the first six months of 2019, Florida is the state with the fourth-highest foreclosure rate in the country. In December of 2019, over 600 foreclosure actions were filed in Dade County, close to 600 foreclosures filed in Broward County, and more than 350 in Palm Beach County. As a result of…
Homeowners who have defaulted on their mortgage payments may want to avoid the process and impact of foreclosure if possible. Two other options are deeds in lieu of foreclosure and short sales. Foreclosures can be lengthy and costly for both the lenders and property owners. These types of agreements can be beneficial for both parties,…
Choosing to buy a home is no small commitment. In fact, a conventional mortgage can take up to 30 years to pay off. A lot can happen during this time, and it’s not unusual for homeowners to find themselves in a sticky financial situation. During these tough times, a loan modification attorney can make a…
Everyone remembers the devastating effects of the 2008 housing market crash. Now, after 10 years, many people are beginning to question if another recession can be expected soon and how that will affect real estate. Combine this with changing interest rates, threats of tariffs, and U.S. Treasury bond yield curve inversion and you have many…
Occasional financial struggles can cause us to fall behind on our home mortgage. When you fall behind on your mortgage payment, the amount that you owe is known as “arrears.” There are options for loan modifications that help you stay in your home and allow you to continue making your house payments without paying the…
We all experience tough times where loan repayments can be near impossible. But with the help of a foreclosure defense attorney, there’s still hope. He or she might even help prevent the slope towards potential foreclosure and reinstatement. In this article, we go through the ins and outs of loan reinstatements and whether they are…