You can buy foreclosure from lenders if the properties were not sold before the foreclosure process has been concluded. During the pre foreclosure period, and while the lender is processing foreclosure, you may buy foreclosure directly from the homeowner.
The pre foreclosure stage allows the troubled homeowner to sell his property. He may choose to sell his distressed property because he wants to avoid the stress and anxiety brought about by foreclosure or he deems it would be to his advantage if he disposed his property, pay his dues using proceeds from the sale and retain his good credit standing.
If the homeowner chose to surrender his property and vacate his home, the property title will be transferred to the lender. On their part, lenders would immediately put the foreclosed homes on the market as they do not want to act as landlords on vacant properties.
Lenders view foreclosure properties as bad investments for them because they are forced to pay taxes and insurance on houses that do not bring them income. They are also compelled to pay for the security and maintenance of the properties. So the longer it takes for someone to buy foreclosure on lenders, the higher the lose they incur.
Additionally, a large volume of foreclosures on their portfolio is a reflection of bad lending decisions on lenders. This will affect their credibility and effectiveness in handling their business.
Furthermore, lenders need to recover immediately the investments they made on foreclosure properties.
These are just some of the reasons why if you buy foreclosure from lenders, you will likely get a good deal in terms of lower price. Also, you would be somehow assured that you are buying a property with no hidden liens and unpaid taxes, and you would not worry about making previous homeowners leave the house.
| National Overnight Averages | TODAY | +/- | Last Week |
|---|---|---|---|
| 3/1 Year ARM | 3.5% | |
3.51% |
| 1 Year ARM | 3.37% | |
3.4% |
| 30 Year Fixed Mortgage | 4.99% | |
5.03% |
| 15 Year Fixed Mortgage | 4.51% | |
4.51% |
| 5/1 Year ARM | 3.53% | |
3.55% |