Foreclosure is a sad but unavoidable fact of life for many homeowners. While foreclosure does not have to be the worst thing that can happen to a homeowner, it can have devastating consequences. So it’s important to know what to do if you are facing foreclosure. This blog will cover the various ways you can stop foreclosure of your house.
Dealing with the threat of foreclosure can be extremely overwhelming. The thought of losing your house after putting so much of yourself into it can feel devastating, and that’s not to mention the ugly marks it will leave on your credit. Nobody wants to deal with foreclosure, but luckily there are some things you can do to avoid it. In our latest post, we will help you learn how to stop foreclosure of your house in New Jersey.
Call Your Bank
When it comes down to it, most lenders would rather work with you to get back on track then put the house into foreclosure. While the process isn’t fun for you, it isn’t fun for them either. It is costly and time-consuming, and in many cases, leaving the lender with a loss. They will do what they need to, to recoup their costs, including working with you to find a solution. When you first realize you are going to have trouble with the mortgage payment, reach out to your bank. If you are behind on your payments, you will likely be able to work out a repayment plan. If you think that paying your mortgage is going to be difficult going forward due to new circumstances in your life, you may want to stall the foreclosure and sell the house while you still can.
Sell Your House
A fast sale of your house can help you to quickly pay off your mortgage, without any negative marks on your credit. Listing your house in New Jersey doesn’t necessarily guarantee your house will be sold quickly. Selling in this manner can take months, allowing the bank to foreclose on the house while it is listed.
On the other hand, a direct sale to Segis Group will allow you to sell your house quickly and for a great price. Working with our team will let you choose the closing date that works best for you so that you can sell the house outright before the bank comes knocking. Our process is fast, convenient, and always fair!
Use A Short Sale
Another way to sell your house fast in New Jersey to avoid foreclosure is by using a short sale. A short sale occurs when your lender agrees to take a lower offer for the house, just to save them the time and money of reselling it themselves. To do this you must apply to your lender’s short sale program and meet the necessary requirements. You’ll need to run a BPO or Broker Price Option, to help you determine the fair market value for the property.
Declare Bankruptcy
When you declare bankruptcy, the bank will be forced to stop any collection activity against you, including the foreclosure of your home. That said, you will still be responsible for your debts. The bankruptcy court will work with you to set up a plan of repayment. Declaring bankruptcy doesn’t look very good when trying to borrow money in the future, so make sure it is the right choice for you before signing any paperwork.
Foreclosure can be seen as a failure, but it’s actually a legal process with many possible solutions. No homeowner wants to have their house taken out from under them. If you are behind on your mortgage, don’t fret. There are ways to avoid foreclosure and sell your house before the bank begins the foreclosure proceedings against the property.
If you’re currently facing foreclosure of your home, we hope this blog post can help you find a way to prevent foreclosure and save your home and investment. As always, we’re eager to help you with any questions you may have – just contact us anytime.