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What Is Foreclosure?

Nerd Wallet

If you stop making payments on your mortgage, the property may go into foreclosure, which is when the lender takes legal ownership of your home. It’s a highly stressful time for you and a costly process for your lender, and everyone involved is better served by working together to take an alternative path. Key takeaways.

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A Primer on What Lenders Need to Know About Foreclosure Appeals in Florida

Jimerson Firm

In Florida, a lender initiates a foreclosure by commencing a lawsuit in the county where the property is located. If the lender is successful, the lender will receive a final judgment of foreclosure from the court and the property will be sold at a public auction. If the Lender Was Unsuccessful, Should It Appeal?

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Understanding Indiana Foreclosure Laws

Sawin & Shea

When an Indiana homeowner is unable to make their mortgage payments, the lender eventually starts a foreclosure. The foreclosure process, if left to proceed, ultimately results in the house being sold off to settle all or part of the debt. Here are the important things you should know about Indiana’s foreclosure laws.

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Lenders May Still Have to Participate in Foreclosure Mediation in Florida

Jimerson Firm

In response to the mortgage foreclosure crisis, the Supreme Court of Florida established a statewide mandatory mediation program for residential mortgage foreclosures. Check the Local Foreclosure Mediation Requirements. In re: Managed Mediation Program for Residential Mortgage Foreclosure Cases , AOSC11-44 (Fla.

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How Long Will Chapter 13 Delay Foreclosure?

Sawin & Shea

Although sometimes borrowers can receive a forbearance or work out a repayment plan with their lenders, many are unable to reach this agreement, meaning they’re at risk of losing their homes. If you fail to make your payments, the lender can recover the collateral. Can I Stop Foreclosure with Chapter 13 Bankruptcy?

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How to Get a Deficiency Judgment After a Foreclosure Sale

Jimerson Firm

When a lender obtains a final judgment of foreclosure from the court, the mortgaged property is sold at public auction and, if bought by someone other than the foreclosing lender, the proceeds are applied to the debt owed by the delinquent borrower. Procedure For Getting a Deficiency Judgment. 702.06, Fla. 702.06, Fla.

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Filing a Foreclosure Lawsuit? Make Sure You Check the Local Rules

Jimerson Firm

In Florida, mortgage foreclosure lawsuits are filed in the county where the property is located. Although Florida foreclosures are governed by Chapter 702 of the Florida Statutes , foreclosing lenders must also check the local rules of the court where the lawsuit is filed to make sure that they comply with any additional requirements.