Facing Foreclosure in Florida? Here's What You Need to Know
The clock is ticking. Florida's foreclosure process takes 200-300 days. Once it starts, it doesn't stop. A foreclosure on your credit report stays there for 7 years. We can buy your house and close in 7-60 days, helping you avoid that black mark entirely.
⏰ Time-sensitive situation
In Florida, once a foreclosure judgment is entered, the sale date often lands 30-60 days out. Waiting too long can shrink your options. The sooner you act, the more control you have.
What Happens in a Florida Foreclosure?
Florida is a judicial foreclosure state. That means your lender has to go through the court system. It's not quick. It's not easy. And once it starts, it's hard to stop.
Here's the timeline that most people face:
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1
Missed Payments (Months 1-6)
You miss payments. The lender sends notices. You get calls. After 3-6 months of missed payments, they file a Notice of Default.
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2
Lawsuit Filed (Day 1 of the Clock)
The lender files a foreclosure lawsuit in your county court. This is when the 200-300 day clock really starts. You get served papers.
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Court Process (Days 1-300)
The judicial process drags on. Hearings. Motions. Delays. But the clock keeps ticking. Most foreclosures in Florida take 200-300 days from filing to sale.
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Foreclosure Sale (The End)
If you don't stop it, the house goes to auction. The bank usually buys it back. You lose the house. You lose any equity. And the foreclosure goes on your credit.
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Credit Damage (7 Years)
The foreclosure stays on your credit report for 7 years. Buying another house? Getting a car loan? Renting an apartment? Good luck. That black mark follows you everywhere.
Why Selling to Us Beats Foreclosure
You have options. Selling your house before foreclosure is finalized can save your credit, protect your equity, and give you a fresh start. Here's how it works:
🛡️ Protect Your Credit
A foreclosure stays on your credit report for 7 years. Selling to us before foreclosure is finalized means you avoid that black mark entirely. Your credit score takes a smaller hit. You can recover faster.
⚡ Fast Closing
We can close in 7-60 days. Florida's foreclosure process takes 200-300 days. We can close before the foreclosure is finalized. You get cash. You move on. No waiting.
💰 Save Your Equity
If you have equity in your home, selling to us lets you keep it. In foreclosure, you may lose everything. The bank takes the house. You get nothing. Selling gives you cash to start over.
✅ No Deficiency Judgment
If you owe more than the house is worth, selling to us can help you avoid a deficiency judgment. That's when the bank sues you for the difference. It can follow you for years. We can help structure the sale to minimize or avoid it.
📊 Selling to Us vs. Letting It Foreclose
| Factor | Selling to Us | Foreclosure |
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| Time to Resolution | 7-60 days | 200-300 days |
| Credit Impact | Smaller hit, recover faster | 7-year black mark |
| Equity Protection | You keep it | You lose it |
| Deficiency Judgment Risk | Can be avoided | High risk |
| Control | You choose when | Bank controls timeline |
| Stress Level | Resolved quickly | Months of uncertainty |
How We Can Help
We buy houses in foreclosure situations throughout Florida. Here's exactly what we do:
We Assess Your Situation
We look at your house. We check what you owe. We figure out what it's worth. We give you a real number. No fluff. No games.
We Work with Your Lender
We work with title companies that specialize in handling mortgage payoffs and foreclosure situations. They know the process. They can help negotiate with your lender.
We Close Fast
We can close in 7-60 days. Well before most foreclosures are finalized. You get cash. You move on. The foreclosure stops.
We Protect Your Credit
By selling before foreclosure, you avoid the credit damage. Your credit score takes a smaller hit. You can recover faster. You can buy another house sooner.
We Help with Deficiency Judgments
If you owe more than the house is worth, we can help structure the sale to minimize or avoid deficiency judgments. We work with your lender to find solutions.
Real Example: How We Helped a Homeowner in West Palm Beach
Actual case study from our files
A homeowner in West Palm Beach was 4 months behind on payments. The foreclosure lawsuit was filed. The clock was ticking. The house was worth $350,000. They owed $320,000.
We bought it for $330,000. We paid off the mortgage. They walked away with $10,000 in cash. Plus they avoided the foreclosure on their credit.
They closed in 21 days. Well before the foreclosure would have been finalized. They got a fresh start. Their credit took a smaller hit. They could recover faster.
The alternative? Let it foreclose. Lose the $10,000 in equity. Get a 7-year black mark on their credit. Spend years trying to recover.
❓ Common Questions About Foreclosure in Florida
How long does foreclosure take in Florida?
Florida is a judicial foreclosure state. The process takes 200-300 days from when the lawsuit is filed to when the house is sold at auction. But that's just the court process. You might miss payments for months before that. The whole thing can drag on for a year or more.
What happens to my mortgage when I sell?
When you sell to us, we pay off your mortgage at closing. The title company handles it. You don't have to deal with the lender directly. If you have equity, you get it. If you don't, we work with your lender to structure the sale.
What's a deficiency judgment?
If you owe more than the house is worth, the bank can sue you for the difference. That's a deficiency judgment. It can follow you for years. We can help structure the sale to minimize or avoid it. We work with your lender to find solutions.
How does selling affect my credit vs. foreclosure?
A foreclosure stays on your credit report for 7 years. It's a black mark. It makes it hard to buy another house, get a car loan, or even rent an apartment. Selling before foreclosure is finalized means you avoid that black mark. Your credit takes a smaller hit. You can recover faster.
Can I still sell if the foreclosure lawsuit is already filed?
Yes. You can sell right up until the foreclosure sale happens. The sooner you act, the more control you have. We can close in 7-60 days. That's usually well before the foreclosure is finalized. We work with title companies that specialize in these situations.
What if I have multiple liens on the property?
We work with title companies that can handle multiple liens. They negotiate with all lienholders. The amount owed is deducted from the sale price. You get what's left. If there's nothing left, we can still help structure the sale to minimize your liability.
Do I need to make repairs before selling?
No. We buy houses as-is. You don't need to fix anything. You don't need to clean. You don't need to stage. We take the house exactly as it is. That saves you time and money when you're already dealing with foreclosure.
How quickly can you close?
We can close in 7-60 days. It depends on your situation. If the foreclosure lawsuit is already filed, we might need to work faster. We work with title companies that specialize in these situations. They know how to move quickly.
What are your fees?
We don't charge fees. No commissions. No closing costs. No junk fees. The price we offer is the price you get. The only costs are standard title and escrow fees, which are usually paid by the buyer (us) or split. We'll explain everything upfront.
Other Situations We Handle
Foreclosure isn't the only problem we solve. Here are other situations we handle:
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