Q8: How does RealtyTrac help me pursue and buy properties once I subscribe? – Answer: Although RealtyTrac is not an agent or broker directly selling properties, RealtyTrac has several tools and resources available to subscribers to assist in pursuing any property listed in the RealtyTrac database. We are continuing to add features to make the site more useful to buyers. Explore: What RealtyTrac provides you
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Q7: What are foreclosures and how do I learn more about buying foreclosures? – Answer: Foreclosure is a legal process that allows a lender/bank to sell or take possession of a property due to non-payment of a loan that is secured by that property. RealtyTrac posts properties that have already been foreclosed (Bank Owned) and properties that are in the foreclosure process (Pre-Foreclosure, Auction). Buyers have three opportunities to purchase property during foreclosure. Buying Pre-Foreclosure, Buying at Auction, Buying Bank Owned (REO)
Q6: How do I check property liens, value and equity? – Answer: Additional liens against a property (these can include delinquent taxes) can be researched several ways.
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Portland Oregon foreclosure homes
Q5: How do I contact the lender to buy a bank-owned property (REO)? – Answer: If the property is Bank Owned (REO), your first step is to contact the bank, called the lender on RealtyTrac’s Property Details page. The lender now owns the property. You should ask for the lender’s REO department or bank-owned property department to proceed with possibly buying the property.
Q4: How do I buy property I see posted on RealtyTrac? – Answer: How you go about buying a property posted on RealtyTrac depends on the property status. If the property is For Sale By Owner or a Resale Home, you would approach the owner or the listing agent to make an offer. If the property is in foreclosure, the process of buying will differ from the typical real estate purchase.
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Columbus Ohio foreclosure homes
Q3: How do I buy bank-owned REO properties? – Answer: The lender/bank has taken ownership of the property, either through an agreement with the owner during pre-foreclosure or at the public auction. The lender usually sells the property to recover the unpaid loan amount. The lender typically clears the title for any buyer, but the potential bargain is often less than a pre-foreclosure or auction property.
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Fargo North Dakota foreclosure homes
Q2: How can I buy an auction property? – Answer: After a property owner misses several mortgage payments, the owner has a pre-foreclosure grace period of a few weeks to a few months — depending on the state — to bring the payments up to date and stop any foreclosure proceedings. If the owner does not bring the delinquent payments up to date during the pre-foreclosure period, the property will be sold at a public auction.
Q10: How do I find the market value for a home? – Answer: For subscribers, RealtyTrac provides Estimated Property Market Values on the Property Details page of property posted on RealtyTrac. The Property Details page also includes tax lien and bankruptcy information. Register for a 7-day free trial subscription to get full access to RealtyTrac’s property data and services. If you’re not a subscriber, you can order an automated valuation report from RealtyTrac to find the market value of a property. Go to our Property Reports Matrix to view samples and order reports that will help you research market value and transaction history. Market value is an estimate of what the property will sell for on the current real estate market. Keep in mind, when determining the final offer you want to make on the property, you will need to balance the market value with any liens against the property and estimated repairs. Subscribers can use RealtyTrac’s Xamine Worksheet to calculate a property’s potential bargain based on market value, outstanding liens and repair costs. Subscribers can also use Xamine to check if a property is listed with a real estate agent. On any Property Details page, click What’s Next>Evaluate The Property, which is located in the upper right corner. If you work with a real estate agent (which is recommended for first-time foreclosure buyers), the agent can provide professional advice on the value of the property and how much you should offer. Contact an Agent to find a local real estate agent in the RealtyTrac Agent Network who can help you buy a property.
Q1: If the property is in pre-foreclosure, how do I buy before foreclosure? – Answer: When a property is in pre-foreclosure (NOD, LIS), the owner still has a chance to stop the foreclosure process by paying off what is owed or by selling the property. The pre-foreclosure period can last several months, so you may need to be patient when trying to contact the owner in default.
Q: Who do I turn to? – A: You can talk to your mortgage lender about your options with payments adjustments, another loan, etc. If you decide to sell the house, there are always local investors who can help you get your feet back on the ground. If you decide to sell your home make sure you are getting help from credible sources and of course don’t ever sign anything before reading it.