Foreclosure Legal Guides (171 found)

Written by David H. Charlip
Many homeowners in today's current economic climate have the prospect of foreclosure looming on the horizon. When you realize that you are "in a hole" and will be experiencing cash-flow problems in the near-term, you need to adopt a proactive strategy to meet and defend an anticipated foreclosure.
1 of 1 users found this helpful. Posted 9 months ago in Foreclosure.

Written by Okorie Okorocha
Do you allow your house to go to foreclosure or do a shortsale?
1 of 4 users found this helpful. Posted 9 months ago in Foreclosure.

Written by Matthew A. Dolman
1. Retain competent legal counsel. Do not try to negotiate with the banks on your own. 2. Our experienced attorneys and staff can assist you with modifying the existing loan. 3. We will appear on your behalf at any hearing and thoroughly defend the lawsuit brought by the lender.
0 of 1 users found this helpful. Posted 9 months ago in Foreclosure. Jurisdiction: Federal

Written by Christopher L Cauble
A great deal of confusion exists about when a creditor can get a "Deficiency Judgment" on a home loan in Oregon. Oregon law does allow for "Deficiency Judgments", but only in very limited cases. No one should assume they will be subject to one without seeing an attorney first.
11 of 12 users found this helpful. Posted 9 months ago in Foreclosure. Jurisdiction: Oregon

Written by Lucas Eric Rowe
This guide is to inform readers on the foreclosure process, generally, in the State of Ohio. The time frames may vary depending on the county in which you reside, but the overall process is the same.
7 of 8 users found this helpful. Posted 8 months ago in Foreclosure. Jurisdiction: Ohio

Written by Maurice N Ross
This guide outlines 4 steps on how to avoid foreclosure.
0 of 1 users found this helpful. Posted 8 months ago in Foreclosure. Jurisdiction: New York

Written by David Michael Anthony
In this economy, it's not just our bank clients calling with questions about the foreclosure process. These are four tips on dealing with common misconceptions about the foreclosure process.
2 of 2 users found this helpful. Posted 8 months ago in Foreclosure.

Written by Gary L. Davis
You should see an attorney if you are in danger of foreclosure and especially if you have been served with a summons in a foreclosure.
1 of 2 users found this helpful. Posted 7 months ago in Foreclosure. Jurisdiction: Florida

Written by Ahmad Tayseer Sulaiman
A Deed In Lieu of Foreclosure is a legal mechanism by which the borrower will deed the property back to the Lender in exchange for a full accord and satisfaction of the debt owed upon the property. The procedure is more negotiation than legal work but it may be used if the fact pattern warrants.
11 of 11 users found this helpful. Posted 7 months ago in Foreclosure. Jurisdiction: Illinois

Written by Margery Ellen Golant
If you are renting a house that has gone into foreclosure, FINALLY there is help available.
1 of 4 users found this helpful. Posted 6 months ago in Foreclosure. Jurisdiction: Florida

Written by Ahmad Tayseer Sulaiman
Reinstatement of the loan is a right given by the Illinois Mortgage Foreclosure Act which allows the Mortgagor (the Borrower) to cure the default.
3 of 3 users found this helpful. Posted 6 months ago in Foreclosure. Jurisdiction: Illinois

Written by Ahmad Tayseer Sulaiman
A Borrower in Foreclosure has the right to refinance, however finding a willing lender is difficult.
3 of 3 users found this helpful. Posted 6 months ago in Foreclosure. Jurisdiction: Illinois

Written by Ahmad Tayseer Sulaiman
Often when asked what defenses an individual may have against a bank in foreclosure case, Attorneys will say there is no known defense. The fact of the matter is there are defenses and everyday people are saving their homes by becoming informed on this important subject.
3 of 3 users found this helpful. Posted 6 months ago in Foreclosure. Jurisdiction: Illinois

Written by Ahmad Tayseer Sulaiman
This is the industry terminology for when the Borrower goes on the offense and actually sues the lender for the wrongs committed upon the Borrower.
3 of 3 users found this helpful. Posted 6 months ago in Foreclosure. Jurisdiction: Federal

Written by Ahmad Tayseer Sulaiman
With the explosion of Foreclosures coupled with the massive lack of information about the subject matter has resulted in many people falling victim to scam artists claiming that they can help.
3 of 3 users found this helpful. Posted 6 months ago in Foreclosure. Jurisdiction: Federal

Written by Ahmad Tayseer Sulaiman
Few people know much about the process. Foreclosure law is a very specialized area of the law. Because no two Foreclosures are identical, general answers are often wrong. Finding individuals to give good advice is often difficult.
3 of 3 users found this helpful. Posted 6 months ago in Foreclosure. Jurisdiction: Illinois

Written by Ahmad Tayseer Sulaiman
Finding qualified legal counsel is difficult when it comes to Foreclosure matters. Knowing what to look out for in regards to qualifications will give the Client a better chance at the outcome sought, because it is the knowledge of the Attorney that the Client is relying on to find a solution.
3 of 3 users found this helpful. Posted 6 months ago in Foreclosure. Jurisdiction: Illinois

Written by Ahmad Tayseer Sulaiman
Borrowers often wait until it is too late to take action in addressing the problem. Many stopped making payments because of an illness and just assume that they can start making payments after they have stopped. Time is of the essence and the Borrower must stay in communication with the lender.
3 of 3 users found this helpful. Posted 6 months ago in Foreclosure. Jurisdiction: Illinois

Written by Ahmad Tayseer Sulaiman
There are two major statutory rights under the Illinois Mortgage Foreclosure Act. The first is a Reinstatement and the second is the Statutory right of Redemption.
5 of 5 users found this helpful. Posted 6 months ago in Foreclosure. Jurisdiction: Illinois

Written by Lori I Barkus
Many Florida homeowners who are facing foreclosure have become victims of foreclosure scams. Sadly, unlicensed and unscrupulous individuals are taking advantage of the fear and lack of knowledge of Florida homeowners. Here are some things you need to know to protect against foreclosure fraud.
Posted 4 months ago in Foreclosure. Jurisdiction: Florida