Negative Sentiment Towards Buying Foreclosed Properties Decreasing

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A recent survey conducted by Trulia and RealtTrac found that the negative sentiment towards buying foreclosed properties has decreased compared to one year ago.   With 78 percent of U.S. adults believing there are downsides to buying foreclosed properties compared to 85 percent in May 2009. Among those who think there are negative aspects to purchasing… Read More

California Short Sale & Foreclosure Tax Update

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Thursday State lawmakers passed SB 401 which will exempt borrowers who lost their homes to foreclosure or short sales in 2009 from paying state taxes.

But Wait…There’s More!

HAFA To The Rescue

There couldn’t be a better time to walk away from your house!  As a refresher, see my blog post from  November 5th 2008 regarding the short sale process and the “Cash For Keys” some lenders offer homeowners as an incentive to go away quietly. I’m posting today about another government program that could put some… Read More

New Bill Could Relieve California Homeowners of Paying Forgiven Debt Tax

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Yesterday the California Senate voted 21-15 to approve legislation that would relieve the tax liability of California homeowners from who have had forgiven debt from a foreclosure or short sale.