Full Satisfaction of Loan versus a Lien Release Only
Understanding the outcome on a short sale is vital not only to the Seller but to the Realtor. Below I explain the different types of short sale approvals.
There are two different types of Short Sale Approvals:
- Full Satisfaction of Loan
- Lien Release Only
A Full Satisfaction of Loan means that you will not owe any more money on this loan after your buyer pays the short sale amount of $90,000. It also means that the lender will not pursue you for a deficiency judgment on the remaining $60,000. A Lien Release Only means that the lender is releasing the lien on the house for a partial payment ($90,000) just so you can sell the property. However, you are still liable for the difference and the bank could pursue you for the deficiency of the $60,000. I suggest reviewing your Short Sale Approval Letter thoroughly and really understand what you are reading. This is what Sell Fast Realty does for you; however, many Agents don’t explain the details to you and by the time you realize that your letter stated a “lien release only,” you are sitting at the closing table.
What happens if the Lender will only allow a “Lien Release Only” for my Short Sale?
Should the short sale approval letter from your lender be a lien release only then you will have to determine which is better: 1) let the house go to foreclosure sale and possibly owe even more later because market values are still dropping and your deficiency could be even greater, or 2) sell the house now with a lien release only. I have represented some sellers who had to make this decision. I have yet to see a seller choose to let their house go to foreclosure sale. If you receive a lien release only, the lender has the right to choose whether they just want to give you a 1099-c form or a deficiency judgment. Again, it is crucial that you thoroughly review and understand your Short Sale Approval Letter.
Can you guarantee a Full Satisfaction on my short sale?
No, but no one can until they receive and review the letter from your lender. There are too many variables such as type of loan, number of loans, hardship, etc. I have had a few lenders request money from the sellers either by a promissory note or by bringing cash to the closing. They may request either of these options or a combination of both. If a seller is in agreement, then the lender will almost always negotiate that deficiency even lower if the seller is willing to contribute by a promissory note or by bringing cash to the closing. If the lender won’t approve the short sale without a seller contribution, your Sell Fast Realty short sale experts negotiate that amount down as low as possible. For example, a Promissory Note would be paid by the seller to the lender at 0% interest for 15 to 30 years at a drastically reduced amount. The highest promissory note amount that any of my sellers have received was $25,000, 0% interest, paid at $70 per month until paid in full.
TWO THINGS A LENDER CAN DO TO THE SELLER – THEY CAN NEVER DO BOTH!
1. Provide them with a Deficiency Judgment
2. Provide them with a 1099
What’s the next step for me?
Take Action Now by calling us at 407-888-3433 or call the Sell Fast Realty Agent who provided you with this Special Report. You can also go online at www.SellFastRealty.com or www.FreeFactsAboutForeclosure.com and fill out the contact information. Please be sure to fill out the form completely for a quicker response. We will contact you personally within 24 hours to tell you how our expert short sale team can relieve your stress….. Our #1 Focus is YOU! I am honored that I can educate you with the true facts about foreclosure. I am sure you have some more questions after reading this Special Report and we look forward to discussing them with you on a personal and confidential call with you.
Kimberlee Frank, Broker
www.SellFastRealty.com
www.ShortSaleNegotiating.com
407-888-3433
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