Short Sale vs Foreclosure – What’s the Difference in the U.S.?

Whether you’re a buyer or a borrower/seller, a short sale, and foreclosure each present different advantages and difficulties. What Is A Foreclosure In the U.S., America? In simple terms… “A foreclosed home is one in which the owner is unable to make his mortgage loan payments and the bank repossessed the home” (source).  If you … Continued

How to stay in my home after foreclosure in the U.S.

A recent study estimates that 47% of foreclosed properties are still occupied. When you first see that stat you may be surprised… but we’re not. What most people don’t realize is that banks aren’t in the business to own homes. They are in the business to loan people money. But when they have to foreclose … Continued

We buy houses in the U.S. companies – are they credible?

If you’ve been driving around in the U.S., chances are you’ve seen some billboards advertising companies that buy houses. Often times they say things like “We Buy the U.S. Houses!” or “Cash For Your House”. Are these “we buy houses in the U.S. companies” credible? How do I know if the local house buying companies out … Continued

Selling My House for Cash in the U.S.

Should you take a cash offer for your the U.S. house? Not always. I’ll tell you how to sell any property for cash, some reasons to refuse a cash offer – and when you shouldn’t say no. Selling My House For Cash In the U.S. If you’re selling a property in the U.S. to an end buyer … Continued