The Foreclosure Focus

With property values rising steadily over the past few years, many homeowners are sitting on significant home equity — and may not even realize it. Real estate professionals encourage owners to evaluate...

As interest rates stabilize and financing programs expand, more first-time buyers are re-entering the housing market. Lenders are reporting increased applications for FHA and VA loans, and down payment assistance programs are...

With rental demand surging across urban and suburban areas, investors are increasingly focusing on duplexes, triplexes, and small apartment buildings. Rising mortgage rates have pushed many would-be homebuyers into the rental market,...

Real estate values remain strong in key neighborhoods across the region, even as interest rates and economic concerns weigh on the national market. Low inventory and steady buyer demand are driving home...

The spring real estate season has arrived with a noticeable uptick in buyer demand. According to local agents and MLS data, showings and offers have increased across multiple price points. With limited...

For families who have experienced foreclosure, the sale of their property may have generated more funds than expected. After the mortgage, court costs, and liens are paid, the remaining balance — surplus...

After a foreclosure sale, most homeowners assume there’s nothing left to gain. However, in many cases, a home sells for more than what’s owed — leaving a surplus. These funds can legally...

Losing a home to foreclosure is emotionally and financially difficult — but for many, a foreclosure sale may generate surplus funds that can serve as a financial cushion. These funds belong to...

When a home is sold at a foreclosure auction, it often brings in more than the amount owed on the mortgage. The leftover funds — known as surplus funds — are held...