Deeds in Lieu of Foreclosure

Alternatives to Foreclosure

We Take Surprises Out of Real Estate Issues

Sometimes it seems like homeowners have two options: continue to hold onto a house or let the house go into foreclosure.

When you work with the attorneys of Weeks & Irvine, LLC, you will learn that there are multiple alternatives to foreclosure. Some are familiar, like short sales and bankruptcy. A less familiar yet effective one is a deed in lieu of foreclosure.

A deed in lieu of foreclosure allows a borrower to convey his or her interest in a property to the lender. The advantages over foreclosure are that:

• The borrower may be immediately released from most or all of the debt
• The borrower’s credit may be affected less
• It is often faster
• There are less parties involved

Despite the advantages of a deed in lieu of foreclosure, challenges and risks still remain. For instance, the bank may wish to hold the borrower responsible for part of the deficiency. Also, the borrower may have to pay taxes on the money saved.

There are numerous risks in any foreclosure or alternative to foreclosure. Don’t walk away from your home without first consulting with us. For more information, please contact our firm.

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