Florida

When a foreclosed property belongs to a deceased individual, surplus funds become part of the estate. But without a properly opened probate, the court often...

Across the country, countless homeowners believe that foreclosure is the end of the line—a final loss that leaves them with nothing. But in reality, the...

Elderly homeowners, especially those who live alone or face cognitive decline, are disproportionately affected by surplus fund loss. They may not receive or understand court...

There is no national standard for how long a homeowner—or their heirs—has to claim surplus funds after a foreclosure sale. While some states provide a...

As the foreclosure surplus recovery industry grows, so does fraud. In recent months, courts have seen a surge in fake surplus fund assignments, forged POAs,...

Military families often face a unique burden in foreclosure: many don’t receive timely notice of surplus funds owed after a VA loan foreclosure sale. In...

After losing her husband and facing foreclosure on their longtime home, Maria D. assumed she’d never financially recover. But a surplus fund specialist helped her...

In states like Florida and Ohio, deadlines for claiming foreclosure surplus funds are shockingly short—sometimes as little as 60 days. Missing that window can mean...

A quiet financial crisis is unfolding in courtrooms across America. Each year, tens of thousands of homeowners lose their properties to foreclosure—yet many remain unaware...

representatives—all vying for a share of the leftover equity. As foreclosure sales continue to rise, the pool of surplus funds left behind is growing, and...