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Foreclosure risk:lawsuits from lenders

by on Jun.06, 2010, under Real Estate Discussion

FORT LAUDERDALE, Fla. – June 3, 2010 – Before Larry Thomas unloaded his Pompano Beach, Fla., home last fall for a fraction of what he paid, he cut a deal that will keep him from worrying about a huge debt hanging over his head.

Thomas insisted that his lender, American Home Mortgage Servicing, agree not to come after him for the estimated $174,000 he still owed on his two mortgages. “I feel incredible relief,” the 32-year-old restaurant manager said last week.

Others may not be as fortunate.

Check out the complete article at SwFlRealEstateNews.com or here.


2 Comments for this entry

  • BloggerInParadise

    When thinking about either allowing a foreclosure to happen or thinking about doing a short sale, consult not only your Realtor, talk to an attorney, too. You need to know the ramifications of your decision.

  • mikeb

    Everyone thinks that you can just walk away with no repercussions. Not so. You need to be careful and cover your bases.

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