Foreclosure FAQ

You CAN Avoid a Foreclosure.
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Worried that a current or future financial hardship (like a loss of job or mortgage payment reset) may cause you to fall behind on your mortgage? Find help to learn your options before it is too late.

What are Some Options Available to Avoid a Foreclosure?

There are at least TEN ways to avoid a foreclosure from modifying your current loan to participating in a short sale. Lenders are NOW MORE THAN EVER willing to work with you to find an option to either keep you in your home, or sell the home as a short sale. However, there are specific steps that need to be taken before you contact your lender. Gina & Company can help you communicate with your lender, call today to get started. 703-574-3478.

What is a "Distressed Property"?

Property that is poor physical condition.

Property that is or will soon be in some stage of the foreclosure process.

Property owned by a person who is experiencing a period of financial instability.

Property on which the mortgages total an amount higher than the current value and an owner must sell.

What Could Cause a Homeowner Distress?

There are many factors that can cause a homeowner to find themselves in distress. Lenders are looking for homeowners that are in some financial distress where a foreclosure will be imminent in the near future. If any of the following applies to you, you may be qualified for a short sale.

Payment increase or mortgage adjustment

Loss of job
Business Failure. Business Failure Business Failure Business Failure Business Failure
Business Failure
Damage to Property (lack of insurance and inability to make repairs)
Death of a Spouse
Death of Family Members
Severe Illness
Inheritance (beneficiary unable to cover bills, utilities, maintenance of property).
Divorce
Separation
Relocation (inability to support two households)
Military Service (extended active duty)
Insurance or tax increase
Reduced income
Too much debt
Property Value cline and inability to sell property (upside down on mortgage) nability to sell property (upside down on mortgage) Business FailureWhat is a Short Sale? Isn't it Pretty Much the Same as a Foreclosure?

Actually, there are major differences and consequences between short sales and foreclosures.

A short sale is when a negotiation is entered with the homeowners lender(s) to accept less the full balance of the loan at closing. A buyer closes on the property and the property is sold "Short" of the full balance owed. The homeowner can stay in the property during the negotiations until the home is sold.

A foreclosure is a legal proceeding by the lender in which they take back the property in order to recover the amount owed by the homeowner. The bank secures the property and forces the homeowner to leave the premises.

Do I Qualify for a Short Sale?

There are a few factors that lenders are looking for to see if you could qualify for a short sale. Please call us to discuss your personal situation. Even if you feel you may not qualify, don't give up. It's worth trying!

Financial Hardship
When we submit your short sale package to your lender(s) we will include a hardship letter from you. This could be anything from a significant adjustment in your mortgage payment due to interest rates, a job loss, too much dept, business failure, sickness or you owe too much on the property than what it can be sold for.

Monthly Shortfall
This is another qualification that we will need to address to your lender(s). They want to see that you cannot afford to pay your mortgage. That is why we have created a simple financial worksheet for you to fill out to demonstrate your hardship.

Insolvency
This means that you do not have the means to pay down your mortgage. However, please realize you do not have to be broke in the eyes of the lender. The lender realizes that you have other financial obligations as well including living expenses.

Will I Have Any Tax Liability After a Short Sale?

We strongly urge you to consult both an attorney and a tax consultant before you enter into a short sale or are about to go into foreclosure. Virginia IS a deficiency state.Click here to read more about deficiency judgments which allow a lender to go after you for their loss if you go into foreclosure. It is important to be clear of any tax or legal ramifications either a short sale or a foreclosure would have. If you do not have an expert, we can help refer you to some great professionals who can help.

Read about your possible IRS Tax Consequences in Virginia:
The Mortgage Forgiveness Debt Relief Act and Debt Cancellation

Is it true that the Government Provides Assistance Through the HAFA program?

VIRGINIA FORECLOSURE RESOURCES AND GOVERNMENT LINKS

Wondering if a loan modification would work for you?
Visit the MakingHomeAffordable.gov to see if you are eligible for the government program.

Virginia Foreclosure Law Summary

Virginia Code 55: Property and Conveyances

Virginia Foreclosure Prevention Task Force

Virginia's Foreclosure Timeline

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IMPORTANT NOTE: Gina Tufano and Keller Williams are not associated with the government, and our service is not approved by the government or your lender. You may stop doing business with us at any time. You may accept or reject the offer of mortgage assistance we obtain from your lender (or servicer). If you reject the offer, you will not have to pay us for our services. Even if you accept this offer and use our service, your lender may not agree to change your loan. If you stop paying your mortgage, you could lose your home and damage your credit rating.

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Content copyright 2009. Gina Tufano CDPE with Keller Williams. All rights reserved. Information May Not Be Duplicated Without Permission. We do not assume responsibility nor guarantee accuracy of information. We are not engaged in the practice of law nor do we give legal advice. We require that all clients consult an attorney and tax professional before entering a short sale.

IMPORTANT NOTE: Gina Tufano and Keller Williams are not associated with the government, and our service is not approved by the government or your lender. You may stop doing business with us at any time. You may accept or reject the offer of mortgage assistance we obtain from your lender (or servicer). If you reject the offer, you will not have to pay us for our services. Even if you accept this offer and use our service, your lender may not agree to change your loan. If you stop paying your mortgage, you could lose your home and damage your credit rating

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