Foreclosure Doesn’t Always Mean Financial Loss — Surplus Funds Offer Recovery Option

Facing foreclosure is difficult, but many people are unaware that it can still end with a financial benefit. If a property sells for more than the debt owed, surplus funds remain and are often worth thousands — sometimes tens of thousands. The process to claim them varies by county and state, but with the right knowledge, former homeowners can turn a difficult chapter into an unexpected recovery.