Tag: foreclosure

Short Sale vs. Foreclosure – What’s the Difference?

March 27, 2018

Whether you’re a buyer or a borrower / seller, a short sale and foreclosure each present different advantages and difficulties. What Is A Foreclosure In Columbia SC? In simple terms… “A foreclosed home is one in which the owner is unable to make his mortgage loan payments and the bank repossessed the home” (source). If … Continued

What is a Pre-Foreclosure in Columbia?

January 16, 2018

By Ben Lovro

With millions of homes across the country going into foreclosure, it’s important for both buyers and mortgage holders to understand the process. So what is a pre-foreclosure in Columbia anyway? Many homeowners across America and Columbia are facing difficulties making their monthly mortgage payments. When a homeowner misses 3-6 months of mortgage payments, the lending institution will … Continued

How to stay in my home after foreclosure in Columbia

December 19, 2017

By Ben Lovro

A recent study estimates that 47% of foreclosed properties are still occupied. When you first see that stat you may be surprised… but we’re not. What most people don’t realize is that banks aren’t in the business to own homes. They are in the business to loan people money. But when they have to foreclose … Continued

Understanding the Foreclosure Process in SC

November 28, 2017

By Ben Lovro

Understanding the foreclosure process in SC is an important part of navigating your own home foreclosure. Before we dive in… What is foreclosure anyway? Foreclosure is the legal process that lenders use to take back property securing a loan, generally after the borrower stops making payments. Foreclosure is no fun. But just know that it’s not … Continued

Can I sell my Columbia house in foreclosure?

November 21, 2017

By Ben Lovro

Is it possible to sell a house in foreclosure? Do you have a Columbia SC house that’s in foreclosure right now? Many people going through the SC foreclosure process want to get out from under that burdensome house and wonder if they can sell the house in foreclosure. The short answer: yes. The long answer: … Continued