Build A Successful and Responsible Real Estate Investment Business By Understanding Your Foreclosure Laws
Posted on February 4, 2009
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By D.C. Fawcett, Business Building Coach to the Foreclosure Industry
When real estate investors evaluate their options for securing deals and making profits, there are several things that may come to mind. Whether its preforeclosure, short sales, or bank owned foreclosures, investing is still based on the basic principles of finding good quality deals and knowing how to ethically and legally profit from them.
A big part of responsible pursuit of foreclosures for your real estate business has to do with foreclosure laws. Every state has its own foreclosure procedures and also its own foreclosure laws that can and do affect what you are able to do as an investor.
From how to properly approach a seller to what promises or suggestions can be made to what forms or contracts you use, foreclosure laws are very relevant to the modern real estate investor. It’s important to recognize that foreclosure laws have changed in many areas and , in many cases, very recently, due to the abundance of foreclosures now on the market. Foreclosure laws are in place to prevent consumers from being taken advantage of and you simply must know the rules in your area to be most successful.
Basically, there are two ways you can run your foreclosure investing business. You can thumb your nose at the foreclosure laws in your state and take a chance that you might get into trouble later. The better alternative is to learn the foreclosure laws in your area and build your business around these foreclosure laws so you know that your business is operating both properly and within the guidelines of the law.
I assure you that there are virtually unlimited deals to be found within the realm of real estate foreclosures. You simply need to know that there are certain rules to follow and these rules are governed by the foreclosure laws in your state. Whether you’re just curious how to make money with foreclosures or really dive in and engage in serious investing, foreclosure laws can and will affect you and you thus need to be aware of them.
In today’s market, foreclosures as much as part of real estate investing as any other part of the business. Make sure you have an attorney on your side who can help keep you up to speed with current foreclosure laws and how these foreclosure laws change, because they often do. Consider awareness of foreclosure laws in your area as a part of your commitment to real estate training, and I wish you the very best in success in real estate foreclosure investing and in business as a whole.
Phoenix Arizona Fha Hope for Homeowners Refinance Program
Posted on March 9, 2010
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The Housing and Economic Recovery Act of 2008 authorizes a new FHA mortgage refinance program called HOPE for Homeowners (H4H) program effective from October 1, 2008 through September 30, 2011. The FHA H4H is a program designed to assist borrowers at risk of default or foreclosure in refinancing into an affordable 30 year fixed rate loan. Any type of loan the borrower currently has is eligible for refinancing under the FHA H4H program, including conventional prime Fannie Mae, Freddie Mac, Alt-A, sub-prime, and government â backed FHA, VA and USDA rural home loans. Also, loans that have a variety of payment characteristics like, adjustable rate, interest only, payment option, option arm, negative amortization and/or any other exotic loan features.
The Main Advantage of the H4H program: Due to the fact that many home loans are higher than the value of the home, the borrower and current lender are required to participate in the initial 10% equity and future appreciation equity. The initial 10% equity is defined as the FHA H4H program will only lend 90% of the new current appraisal, hence the 10% equity in the home. The future appreciation is defined as; it is assumed over time the home should go up in value, hence future appreciation. If the home is sold with in the first year, 100% of the equity will go to FHA & the previous lender and nothing to the borrower. But, after five years 50% of the equity will be shared with the borrower and 50% with FHA and the previous lender. Years 2 through 4 are prorated as well. Hopefully, this will create a win-win situation for the borrower and the previous lender.
Borrowers Eligibility: Borrowers who are current or delinquent on their mortgage payment at the time of the refinance eligible for the H4H program, if they have not intentionally defaulted on their mortgage payment and have made a minimum of six (6) full mortgage payments during the current loans existenceâs. All loan must have been originated prior to January 1, 2008. Borrowers must live at the residence being refinanced and have no other real estate ownership in any other properties; like 2nd homes and rental property. Having been or being in bankruptcy does not preclude a borrower from participating in the FHA H4H Program. Also, no convictions for fraud under state and federal laws within the last 10 years is required.
In conclusion, this article is a brief synopsis of all the guidelines required by the FHA H4H program, but to serve as a quick guide to see if you need to consult with your Mortgage Loan Professional to answer any addition questions from the homeowner.
Joel McLaughlin
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Ensure a Clear Understanding About Home Foreclosures
Posted on March 9, 2010
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The recent times have seen a considerable increase in the popularity of home foreclosures in various parts of the United States of America. More and more people are attracting towards foreclosure properties and considering it as a worthy investment in the real estate market. Even realtors consider that buying foreclosure properties can turn out to be profitable business ventures. The primary reason for the rising popularity of home foreclosures is the lower price in which these properties are available.
Dealing with any form of home foreclosure, it requires primary knowledge and understanding about the foreclosure proceedings and process. Foreclosure refers to a legal process through which the ownership of a house is transferred from the owner to loaning agency like bank due to default payment on the part of the owner. When the installments on the loan amount are not paid by the borrower for a particular period of time his property is seized by the loaning agency. The creditor then sells the property through public auctions to recover its loan amount.
Home foreclosures can happen due to several reasons. Though the primary reason is the excessive debt resulting in default payment, the financial crisis can be initiated through loss of employment, accidents, divorce or illness. Some creditors offer leniency in extreme cases; however home foreclosures is the most common occurrence during such circumstances.
The properties that are seized by the loaning agency, like banks are often sold at lower costs (two-third rate of the original coasts of the property). The primary reason for this is that the credits want to recover their loan amount as soon as possible. Often the foreclosure properties are also found in dilapidated condition as the home owners stop caring about their property once they realize the fact that their property would be foreclosed. Few even go to the extent of damaging their home once they are given default notice for the confiscation of their property. Since the foreclosure properties demand substantial repair cost they are sold at lower costs.
The lower costs of foreclosure properties have attracted a lot of potential buyers. They choose these properties because with some repairs done these properties serve the sale purpose as anew property does. Therefore, calculating the repair costs before buying any foreclosure property is a must. The buyers should see to it that the foreclosed amount and the repair cost combined together do not exceed the actual worth of the home. For the purpose of buying a foreclosure property consulting the various government foreclosure listings serves the best option. By referring to those listings you can easily find the most suitable home foreclosures available in the real estate market. However, you should see to it that the listings you refer to have the latest updated news and information about the available home foreclosures.
Once a home is bought the contract of purchase should be read thoroughly. Understanding the state laws is also very important. In case of foreclosure these in-depth knowledge would go a long way to help you in a positive way. You should have knowledge about the latest developments in foreclosure laws in your state to ensure a worthy purchase.
Robin Smith
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Posted on March 8, 2010
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Create a Comfortable Future for Your Family in a Bank-owned Home Purchase
Posted on March 7, 2010
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The foreclosure routine differs from state to state because of varying laws, but there are multiple unifying aspects. In basic terms, a foreclosure happens when a mortgage firm seizes a property from its owner because they are no longer making payments toward the loan. There are multiple steps to this process. The first step is a notice of default, which is typically filed with the county recorder’s office about three to six months after the borrower has stopped fulfilling their financial obligation.
Once a notice of default is filed, the property owner has a length of time to have the loan restored by negotiating with the mortgage company on terms to catch up on the loan or to renegotiate the terms of the loan. If the borrower is unable or does not agree to terms to get the loan current, a notice of sale is issued that gives a date for the property to be put up for auction.
Once a notice of auction is issued, the bank intends to carry through on its right to repossess the property for the reason of nonpayment. Normally, an auction takes place to sell the home for the maximum price. At the auction, the mortgage company will set an opening bid, or reserve, which generally amounts to the remainder of the loan and unpaid interest and any other fees associated with the process, such as legal fees. If no bids meet the reserve price, the lender will buy the home, making the property bank-owned or real estate-owned. The lender often buys homes sold at auction because the home is valued at less than what is owed to the lender. When you buy a bank-owned home, it generally comes with a clean title. However, in the majority of instances the buyer assumes liability for property taxes.
A home in foreclosure can be bought outside of the auction process. Interested buyers are able to contact the owner and endeavor to bargain for a short sale, which is a scenario where the lender agrees to sell the home for less than is due on the loan. A short sale is characteristically more complex than a traditional transaction, but buyers can find some good deals if they are prepared to work with the seller and their mortgage company to bargain for a deal.
The initial step in a short sale is to come to an agreement on price with the seller. Once that is through, the buyer will have to make contact with the loss-mitigation department of the bank that owns the mortgage on the property. The loss-mitigation representative will be the person who can consent to the short sale and inform you to what information is needed before an agreement can be reached.
Because a short sale can be involved, it is important to retain the services of an experienced real estate attorney who can represent you during the process. Buyers should also be alerted that homes purchased in a short sale are sold as found.
Anita
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How to Handle Your Foreclosure Procedure
Posted on March 7, 2010
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Every foreclosure procedure is different because the laws that govern foreclosure in every state are different, because every mortgage company handles foreclosure differently and because every person that goes through foreclosure is different. If you want to handle your foreclosure procedure well, there are a few things that you need to do.
One of the biggest things that helped me handle my foreclosure procedure was getting informed. When I first decided to save my home from foreclosure, I was in a state of panic. I had no idea what to do and no idea where to start. I knew that if I stayed in that frame of mind, I would never save my house from foreclosure. So I decided to start doing some research. The library and the internet are great sources of free education about foreclosure. So is your mortgage company. One of the first things I did was call my mortgage company and tell them that I wanted to save my home from foreclosure. As soon as I did that, they started to work with me and told me what to expect next. Being informed also helped me keep the feelings of panic at bay during my foreclosure procedure. When you know what to expect next, it is a little easier to handle.
Another thing I did that helped me handle my foreclosure procedure was to remain calm. I admit it, no I did not remain calm though the entire process, but I did for a lot of it. And when I was calm, I had a much easier time dealing with the mortgage companies. It also made it easier to deal with the other people who were a part of my foreclosure procedure. It is easy to get angry or depressed during foreclosure. But keeping in control of your emotions is one of the best things you can do. Not only for the people that you deal with but also for yourself. Getting stressed out or depressed will not solve your problem and will only make you feel bad. So do whatever you can to make sure that you do things that make you feel good during your foreclosure procedure.
Jill Borash
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Posted on March 5, 2010
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Have You Found Your Dream Home? is it in Foreclosure?
Posted on March 3, 2010
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Buying a home in foreclosure is tricky. There are a lot of good deals out there. Timing is everything, buying a property in the pre-foreclosure stage can be a very good deal. Pre-foreclosure is the period of time the current owner has to either bring their current mortgage up to date or the bank or lender takes the property back. If the homeowner can, they would rather sell the house on their own for less than it is worth, but enough to pay the bank and have a little money left over. The bank will usually take the house leaving the home owner with nothing and auction off the property.
Sometimes things arenât always as they appear. For this reason, it is essential that you have all of the information that you need to know about a property. Here are some important things to consider about buying a home or property in foreclosure. The fact that some property owners know that they are going to lose their home may have stopped doing general maintenance and are not taking care of the home or property anymore, some may even destroy things with the attitude that if they canât have it why should the bank. Does it have a good title, general warranty deed, special warranty deed, quit claim deed, property value and liens. It is also important to understand what each kind of deed grants you. A general warranty deed certifies that the grantor’s title is good, while a quit claim does not. Proper legal representation can aid you in understanding such distinctions. Real estate laws differ from state to state. There are many law firms that specialize in this field.
This can be a very good to buy a home. Make sure your finances are all in order before considering this move. There are different types of lending institutions. Do your homework before choosing one. Your lawyer can also help you with this task. Donât let your dream home turn into a nightmare.
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