Orlando Deed in Lieu Attorney
Secure a Deed in Lieu of Foreclosure in Florida
Are you facing a foreclosure on your property? You should speak with our attorneys right away to see if a deed in lieu of foreclosure is a viable alternative to foreclosure.
Mr. Haynes has handled thousands of foreclosure cases on behalf of our clients, and we make ourselves available to our clients because we understand how much is on the line when you are in danger of defaulting on your loan and potentially losing your home. Trust us to find the best possible solution to your foreclosure dilemma.
How Does a Deed in Lieu of Foreclosure Work in Florida?
A deed in lieu of foreclosure in Florida is when a homeowner transfers ownership of their property voluntarily to the lender to satisfy the mortgage debt.
Standing by You During the Deed in Lieu Process
As you might imagine, this process is complicated and having a dedicated foreclosure attorney to help can save you considerable time and relieve you of the anxiety of completing any part of it incorrectly. If you are in danger of having your home foreclosed upon, you need to reach out to our foreclosure defense attorneys as soon as you can to see if a deed in lieu is right for you.
What is a Deed in Lieu of Foreclosure in Florida?
Typically, a deed in lieu of foreclosure is a transaction that is mutually consented to by you and your mortgage lender. Ideally, after you have complied with the lender's requirements and after they have had time to evaluate and deliberate your circumstances, they will agree to take back the piece of real estate instead of suing you or foreclosing to get the property title.
This will often fulfill the debt from the mortgage after the property is handed over, if not you may be liable for the deficiency. Although this might sound straightforward, the process can be significantly more complicated.
For example, the lender reserves the right to seek a deficiency judgment against the homeowner or borrower. Additionally, the lender has the right to come after you for unpaid debt, unless otherwise stipulated in your Deed in Lieu of Foreclosure agreement.
Find out if a deed in lieu is the right foreclosure alternative for you. Call our Longwood foreclosure attorneys will help you with every step of the Florida home foreclosure process.
Eligibility for Deed in Lieu of Foreclosure
Qualifying for a deed in lieu of foreclosure agreement is not an easy process. Before the lender will even consider this option, you must meet specific criteria.
These criteria include the following:
- You must have suffered the loss of your job, significant illness, divorce or another hardship.
- The property in question must be your "homestead", not an abandoned or investment property.
- You must have actively explored and exhausted all other options and financial resources available to you.
- The property in question must have been on the market between 90 and 180 days.
- The property must not have any other liens.
- The property must be in good condition; you may have to provide inventory and a statement of condition.
Our Clients Share Their Stories
At Haynes Law Group, your satisfaction is our priority! See for yourself what our clients have to say about working with us.
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We would like to thank Attorney Haynes and his staff for their flexibility, patience and professionalism throughout the entire process of reconciling our home back to good standing. Since the recession started in 2008 we were having difficulty staying afloat and had to make some hard decisions, of which, had some unexpected consequences. Nevertheless, after a 7 year battle with the legal system this was brought to closure. We will be forever grateful for their services and will look to them in the future for other legal matters dealing with properties and future businesses. Many Blessings!A.M. and Family
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Benjamin Haynes did an outstanding job for me, through his relentless negotiations and persistence, Ben Haynes was able to obtain a deficiency free judgment for an investment property. Ben Haynes has convinced me he has integrity, honesty, loyalty and commitment to his clients.F.M.
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The most important word we can share regarding our experience with Mr. Haynes compassion. This is so rare today and yet this firm cares and operates with understanding and exceptional professional standards without compromise.R.S.
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We had given up hope of saving our home from foreclosure when a friend recommended the law firm of Haynes & DePaz. What a blessing. With personal help and encouragement, Mr. Haynes and his staff guided us through the case. They were quick to respond to email messages and phone calls. And best of all - Success! We now have a mortgage we can live within the home where our children were born and grew up. Exactly where we want to be! Haynes & de Paz saved our family home and we are forever grateful!B.G.
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Haynes and De Paz is an extremely talented and results driven law firm! Attorney Benjamin Haynes literally had less than 24 hours to represent us in a foreclosure lawsuit. With their legal representation, we were able to secure a loan modification featuring a much lower interest rate and effectively suspend a previously scheduled foreclosure sale on our home. In less than three weeks from receiving final judgment against us by the courts, we now have a new beginning and renewed relationship with our lender in the home that we still love!B.G. &T.G.
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