Orlando Short Sale Attorney
Navigating Short Sales in Florida With Legal Expertise
Is your home under threat of foreclosure? Do you have mountains of debt, or have you lost your source of income due to job loss, divorce, and other factors out of your control?
Opting for a short sale of your home can help relieve you of the burden. The loan lender or owner to whom you pay for the property can expect to receive most of the sale proceeds, and you have a chance to release yourself from financial responsibility.
Understanding the Short Sale Process: Your Roadmap to Success
Short sales can be complex and overwhelming, especially if you're unfamiliar with the legal intricacies involved. At Haynes Law Group, we believe that knowledge is power. That's why we've created a comprehensive roadmap to guide you through the short sale process, ensuring you understand each step along the way.
Here’s what you can expect during a typical short sale:
- Initial Consultation: We will discuss your unique situation, assess your financial standing, and determine if a short sale is the right option for you.
- Gathering Documentation: Our team will help you collect all necessary documents, such as financial statements, tax returns, and any other relevant paperwork.
- Listing Your Property: We will work with trusted real estate agents to list your property at a competitive price, attracting potential buyers while ensuring the lender's approval.
- Negotiating with Lenders: Our attorneys will handle all communications with your lender, advocating on your behalf to get the best possible outcome.
- Closing the Sale: Once an offer is accepted, we will guide you through the closing process, ensuring all legal requirements are met for a smooth transaction.
What Is a Short Sale?
A short sale means you are upside down on payments—you owe more than what you can currently pay off. The greatest advantage of a short sale is that you can avoid foreclosure and prevent a negative mark from showing on your credit report.
The key to having a successful short sale is to retain a knowledgeable Longwood real estate lawyer to handle your case for you.
Can You Stop a Short Sale?
- The seller decides to cancel the listing, which is agreed upon by the selling agent
- The seller receives a higher offer, which they decide to take instead of their current agreement
- A foreclosure takes place, replacing the short sale
What is the Short Sale Process in Florida?
You will agree with your lender that the property will be sold at a cost currently less than what you owe on your mortgage.
For obvious reasons, some lenders may have difficulty seeing eye-to-eye on negotiations, but ultimately, foreclosure is riskier to both you and the lenders. You can find comfort in knowing that many lenders will work with you.
Here is a general outline of how the process takes place:
- The property is evaluated and valued.
- The short sale application and paperwork are filed.
- The homeowner shows how he or she is having hardship.
- The short sale package is then created.
- The lender reviews the package.
- The short sale receives approval.
Now, the short sale process is not the same for every home and will depend greatly on how the lender decides to handle the situation. The strength of your application will lie in how compelling the reasons behind your hardship are, the overall value, and whether you have found a potential buyer to take over the property.
Don’t forget, as well, there are additional:
- Expenses
- Taxes
- Notary fees
- And other closing costs
You must consult a Longwood foreclosure defense attorney to help minimize any added or unnecessary expenses.
Contact Our Orlando Short Sale Lawyer Today
At Haynes Law Group, we specialize in navigating short sales in Florida with legal expertise, providing tailored assistance to homeowners in need. With our team's extensive experience and unwavering dedication, we stand ready to guide you through the process, offering round-the-clock support and free consultations to assess your situation. Our commitment to ethical practice ensures that your best interests remain our priority. If you're considering a short sale or need assistance with real estate matters in Orlando or anywhere in Florida, contact Haynes Law Group today.
Contact Haynes Law Group today to meet our short sale attorney in Orlando!
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Ben - terrific news, you guys really are the best! We had received multiple marketing pieces from other asset recovery companies, but I think based on your ability to collect the full amount of the surplus funds, and fast, it was definitely worth engaging with you, outstanding!! If you are looking for a great foreclosure surplus lawyer, hire Mr. Haynes!W.J.
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I was very happy with the service provided. The staff was patient and understanding and were always available to answer my questions. I was most impressed with Attorney Haynes taking time on his Saturday to personally call me regarding an upcoming deadline in my foreclosure case. Mr. Haynes was able to get my mortgage loan modified to an affordable monthly payment so that I can keep my home and my foreclosure case was dismissed!L.P.
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We contacted Haynes & De Paz as we quickly realized we required assistance obtaining surplus funds from a foreclosure sale. Being from Canada and having an extra messy case with numerous parties involved - the process was extra confusing and we did not know the best way to go about this. We initially thought it would be a simple procedure in that once the sale occurred and once there was confirmation that there were in fact surplus funds - we'd fill out a basic template form to obtain those funds. We couldn't have been more wrong but this is a common misconception. After an attempt to contact the court with no response, we quickly realized we needed the help from an expert. We located Mr. Benjamin Haynes at Haynes & De Paz but had concerns being that he was located in a different county in FL than the court was in... Mr. Haynes didn't even bat an eye. I filled out a form online requesting information and within minutes he called me personally. The entire procedure including the Motion took less than two weeks and I can't believe how efficient he was. He and his assistant, Ashlee are remarkable at communicating with you and updating you every step of the way. The legal fees are reasonable and well worth it. This turned a nightmare into a dream. I highly recommend Mr. Haynes to assist in your surplus funds case... my review is just one of the many that can vouch for his remarkable professionalism and services. You honestly won't regret it.J.D.
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I wanted to take this opportunity to thank Attorney Benjamin Haynes of Haynes and de Paz, P.A. for the counsel and guidance provided by him and his firm during my recent real estate foreclosure activity. His recommended approaches provided me the time necessary to list and complete a “short sale” of my property. Real Estate Foreclosure activities are often convoluted and intimidating and engaging Attorney Haynes was an excellent decision on my part. His representation enabled me to concentrate on moving forward while he dealt with the intricacies’ of the myriad Foreclosure statutes. With his assistance I was able obtain much needed relief from the pending Foreclosure action. I would highly recommend Attorney Haynes if the need arises.W.B.
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I came to Benjamin Haynes at a time when I had very little options regarding my foreclosure. He was very confident in what we would be able to do and it was the biggest relief to turn things over to him and let him handle things from that point on. His assistant Ashley was also very helpful in the sense that she would get back to me when she said that she would and I always knew my messages were getting to Mr. Haynes. I personally do not plan on going through this again; however, if I know someone else who is, I would definitely recommend Benjamin Haynes for their case.K.D.
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