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Beating Sonoma Foreclosures – Don’t Give Up!

Posted on September 28, 2011 by verkozen

Sonoma foreclosures are a happening thing … hey, there are nearly 400 foreclosed upon homes (also called REO and bank-owned) on the market right now. These foreclosures PLUS another nearly 200 other properties in various states of foreclosure, are or … Continue reading →

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Real Estate Short Sales — Questions & Answers, Part III – Timing & Process

Posted on September 6, 2011 by verkozen

How long does it take to get a bank to agree to a short sale? The last few short sales have received lender approval in 3 to 6 weeks of submission. How long do I have to wait to get a new … Continue reading →

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Real Estate Short Sales — Questions & Answers, Part II – Options

Posted on September 6, 2011 by verkozen

 Aside from a real estate short sale, what options do I have? A few of your other options are:             • Refinance or get a loan modification             • Accept a foreclosure             • File for bankruptcy             • Rent … Continue reading →

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Real Estate Short Sales — Questions & Answers, Part I – Introduction to Short Sales

Posted on September 6, 2011 by verkozen

What is a real estate short sale? A short sale is the sale of a property where the amount owed by the property owner is more than the net sales proceeds. Because the lender will be losing money a short … Continue reading →

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Marin Short Sales – Your debt will be forgiven

Posted on August 23, 2011 by verkozen

Marin short sales can work magic. See Q & A on short sales for more information.  While sometimes they take months and months, every now and then they move very quickly. I prefer them fast as that reduces the time … Continue reading →

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