The expiration of the foreclosure moratorium brings the real estate market into uncharted territory. Black Knight, an analytics firm, reported a 700% increase in foreclosures in January 2022 compared to the previous year. With rising commodity prices and increasing...
Foreclosure Defense
How does the foreclosure process begin in Florida?
Each state has a different procedure for how banks may begin foreclosing on a home. As noted by Experian, Florida’s statutes require lenders to follow a judicial foreclosure process. A bank must file a complaint with the court and obtain an order to start a...
Is a foreclosure crisis eminent?
A really hot market with increasing home prices usually culminates in a housing bubble that eventually pops. When that happened in the past, a foreclosure crisis was quick to follow. Some people believe the market is in the right position now to bring about a crisis...
How long could I keep my home before it goes into foreclosure?
An occasional missed mortgage payment does not usually cause you to lose your home. As reported by GoBankingRates.com, lenders generally offer a grace period. Some lenders, for example, have a 15-day grace period. If you make a payment within that time, your account...
Utilizing the right of redemption statute during a foreclosure
Going through a foreclosure is a stressful situation for anyone. In Coral Gables, Florida, it's important to know your options for retaining your home. What is a right of redemption? The ability for a person to stop a foreclosure of their property by paying the amount...
Is a mortgage forbearance delay an option?
Challenging financial times could make it difficult for people to keep up with their bills, and Florida residents who are unable to meet their obligations may face foreclosure. For those worried about losing their house, mortgage forbearance could provide a solution...
Alternatives to foreclosure through workouts with lenders
When people in Florida fall behind on their mortgage payments, they might be in danger of foreclosure. However, there are some potential ways that homeowners might be able to avoid foreclosure, including by discussing alternatives with their lenders. Foreclosures are...
What to do about a notice of default
A foreclosure on a home is generally not good news for anyone. Most people who purchase a home in Florida do everything to pay the mortgage until it becomes too difficult, and lenders do not want to foreclose. However, it may be a necessary step for lenders to protect...
What are your rights in a foreclosure situation?
Unfortunately, some Florida homeowners end up facing foreclosure. Whether it's due to an unexpected medical expense or the loss of a job, missed mortgage payments can result in a foreclosure on your home. If you're currently undergoing a foreclosure, you have certain...
Understanding Tenants’ Rights During a Foreclosure
Tenants living in rentals in Florida have the expectation that as long as they pay their rent to their landlords, they can live in their homes. They understand that if they don't pay their rent, they may end up evicted and kicked out on the street. Tenants should also...