Is it a buyer’s market, or a seller’s market? This is an important question if you are in the market for a house, or are trying to sell your home. But, it may not matter, and the foreclosure upswing the country saw a few years ago may be getting ready to hit again. When the economy slowed, thousands of homeowners lost their homes to foreclosure, or opted to file bankruptcy to avoid a foreclosure. In recent years, the market seems to have stabilized somewhat, but financial experts warn another round of foreclosures may be just around the corner.
A PBS report outlines the issues as follows:
● Many families are working multiple jobs, just to maintain mortgage payments.
● Most lenders are failing to work with struggling homeowners to lower interest rates, re-write loans, or reduce payments to a manageable level.
● When mortgage holders do seem helpful, the process is long and confusing, leaving many borrows uncertain as to the result.
The problem is the same now as it was then, most homes are valued at less than what is owed. This leaves owners unable to sell their property to get out from under the loan, and many lenders unwilling to help. One possible answer is to seek the protection of bankruptcy. When filing bankruptcy, a consumer can opt for a Chapter 13, which will allow the borrower to keep their home and pay only its value rather that what is due. This will ensure the lender receives at least a portion of what is owed, and will give the debtor a chance to regain financial footing.
If you are unable to meet your monthly obligations as they become due, call our office for help. We can help you stay in your home, and develop a budget that fits your financial situation. Call a Plantation, Florida debt relief attorney today for more information.
