HomeLight

OCTOBER 30, 2020

Whatever stage you’re in, it’s natural to feel paralyzed with disappointment, sadness, and a sense of panic when those overdue notices and warnings come from your mortgage company. If your sale proceeds won’t cut it, the next question is whether you could bring money to the table to cover those costs. What about pursuing a short sale?

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HomeLight

JULY 25, 2022

Here are a few of the details: Length of time: You must have used the home you are selling as your principal residence for at least two of the five years prior to the date of sale. It also does not have to be the two years immediately preceding the sale. Expect to pay 9%-10% of the sale price. Seller concessions (2%-6%).

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HomeLight

JULY 25, 2022

Choose a short sale: If you’re behind on your mortgage payments or owe more than the home’s current value, you may want to think about a short sale as a way to avoid foreclosure. That can include a short sale, foreclosure, deed in lieu of foreclosure, or loan modification. Seller concessions (2%-6%).

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