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What act could save a homeowner from the legal and financial consequences of foreclosure?
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What is the difference between deed in lieu and a short sale?
As a distressed property owner, you may hear about many alternatives to help homeowners avoid foreclosure. A deed-in-lieu of foreclosure and a short sale are alternatives for homeowners to avoid foreclosure. They both, however, are slightly different and come with specific risks and benefits. Read on below to see a comparison of both of these alternatives to avoid foreclosure.Deed-In-Lieu of ForeclosureWhat it is: A deed-in-lieu of foreclosure is where a Knoxville homeowner deed their home back to the lender, who will in return release the homeowner from their mortgage.Benefits: The lender promises to cancel any foreclosure proceedings. The homeowner avoids foreclosure and does less damage to their credit.Risks: The lender could still pursue the homeowner for a deficiency judgement.Why it could be the right choice: The homeowner will want to read the contract carefully to make sure the lender will not hold them liable for a deficiency judgement. While consulting with an attorney can be costly, having an attorney look over the contract is significantly less expensive than having a lender pursue you for a deficiency judgement.Short SaleWhat it is: A homeowner owe more on their home than it is worth. The seller negotiates with their mortgage company (or companies) to accept less than the full balance of the loan at closing. A buyer closes on the property, and the property is then 'sold short' of the total value of the mortgage.Benefits: The homeowner avoids foreclosure and does less damage to their credit.Risks: Negotiating short sales can take a long time. Distressed homeowners will want to make sure they select an agent that has experience with the process and is able to do them successfully. Otherwise, while the short sale is being negotiated, the homeowner may end up in foreclosure anyhow. Also, the distressed homeowner will want to make sure they know the terms of their short sale and that the lender agrees not to pursue them for a deficiency judgement.It can be difficult to determine whether a short sale or deed-in-lieu of foreclosure is the best option for you. While an experienced short sale agent will be able to provide you with information about your options, you should always be sure to seek legal counsel if necessary.
What could be the consequences for clients if confidentially was breached?
Embarrassment, financial loss, legal action are some.
Should you sue a title company for not paying your mortgage balance at closing which caused your house to go into foreclosure?
Notice should have been given to the homeowner by the mortgageholder letting them know that the balance on the mortgage had not been paid. At that point the title company could have been contacted and the matter should have been cleared up before the mortgage holder could finalize foreclosure proceedings. Therefore, I do not believe that the title company could have caused a mortgage foreclosure.
CAN you STAY for a while in a house to be foreclosed?
Typically, staying in a house that is being foreclosed upon is not recommended as it can complicate the foreclosure process and could result in legal consequences. It is best to consult with a legal professional about your specific situation and options.
Can you put a house for sale in foreclosure?
You can put a house up for sale in foreclosure, but the foreclosure process could happen before the house sells. It doesn't make any sense, if you would like to sell the house, do so before foreclosure.
Do you have to pay taxes when receive money from homeowner insurance?
Yes it is possible that you could have some taxable income when you receive a reimbursement from your homeowner insurance policy.
What are the judgment laws in Minnesota?
Minnesota is both a judicial and non judicial foreclosure state . Foreclosure by action is a judicial foreclosure and foreclosure by advertisement is a non judicial foreclosure . The vast majority of foreclosure than happen in MN are by advertisement. Under foreclosure by advertisement the rule is that however takes the loan to sheriff sale relinquishes their right to a deficiency judgement. As most foreclosures are initiated by a first position mortgage there is still a potential deficiency that could arise from a second position mortgage.
Can your landlord evict you if his house is under foreclosure?
Yes. Until the actual foreclosure sale happens, he owns it. I'm not sure what you really mean by 'under foreclosure', anyway. That could be any stage of the process, and you can't be sure that the sale will really happen.
Can someone avoid foreclosure by being declared insane?
It would be somewhat difficult for a homeowner to be declared insane and try to avoid foreclosure that way. Having been declared insane sometime after the original mortgage contract was signed, though, would typically have no effect on the mortgage company being able to declare foreclosure on the house. Insanity after the fact is not sufficient to have any kind of foreclosure proceedings dismissed. However, if the borrower was insane at the time of signing the original mortgage contract, then it may be possible to have it declared void. Having a legal and mental capacity to enter into a contract is a necessary element of signing the mortgage contract. If the homeowner was mentally incapable of entering into a contract at the time the loan closed, then it may be possible to get out of the mortgage. Even this, though, would be somewhat difficult to prove. People who take out mortgages have to sign numerous disclosures indicating that they understand the documents they are signing and that they are legally able to enter into a contract. If the borrower had a good job with stable income and could produce income documents showing a decent financial position, then it may be difficult to argue for that person's insanity at the time of signing for the mortgage. In general, people who can be declared clinically insane and are manifesting the condition at the time they are applying for a mortgage are usually incapable of showing the stable economic conditions that would pass the guidelines for being loaned a significant amount of money. Proving later on, once the homeowner has fallen behind on the mortgage, that he was incapable of entering into the contract due to insanity may seem like a shaky case. Such issues should be taken care of as soon as possible, preferably before the homeowner has fallen behind or at least before the bank has filed the foreclosure lawsuit in court. Family members who may be caring for the newly-declared insane borrower should take the mental state of the person into consideration when trying to help stop foreclosure. But if they are unable to show that the borrower was suffering from the mental defect at the time of the original mortgage, then having the contract voided will most likely be impossible. Discovering that a family member or close associate is suffering from a clinically-diagnosable mental disability can be one of the most challenging experiences of one's life. Helping the borrower through present financial difficulties will also present numerous unique challenges, including the loss of a house to foreclosure. Unfortunately, simply knowing that a homeowner has become insane since the time of entering into the mortgage does not guarantee that the contract can be voided now that the payments have fallen behind.
If you arrive late for a shift what is the consequences?
There could be many consequences for showing up late to a shift. You could be fired if you are late enough.
What does foreclosure of a house mean?
Foreclosure on a house means that the previous owners did not have enough money to pay for their mortgage and therefore could not afford to maintain it properly, so the bank takes ownership of it.
Where could one find information about foreclosure auctions in the area?
One can information about foreclosures auctions in own area from law offices and financial consulting institutions. One can also use online services like Realty Trac, Property Radar and Real Estate.
