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Foreclosure Law in Indiana

In Kokomo, Indiana, foreclosure is a process through which a lender that issued a mortgage loan retakes possession of the property that was bought with the mortgage in the event that the borrower has defaulted on his or her payments.

A foreclosure normally involves a forced sale of the house at auction, so the bank can recover at least some of the loss it has incurred as a result of the default. Banks normally want to rid themselves of the property as soon as possible, collect as much money as they can from the sale, and then move on.

In all states in the U.S., including Indiana, borrowers have the option of foreclosure by judicial sale. This permits a court to oversee the sale of the property by the bank. The purpose of this is to get the house to sell for the highest price possible. While this might seem like something that would only benefit the bank, it is also a great benefit to the borrower, since it increases the likelihood that the sale will encompass the full balance of the mortgage, preventing them from having to pay it.

In some states, original mortgages are recognized as "non-recourse" loans, making the above problem a non-issue. This essentially means that once the mortgaged property is sold by the lender, the debt is discharged, even if the sale nets less than the remaining balance on the mortgage. The borrower will simply have to write this off as a loss. However, this usually does not apply to refinanced or second mortgages.

How to Possibly Avoid Foreclosure in Kokomo, Indiana

It is absolutely necessary that you maintain a line of communication with your lender. Your can't expect your lender to accommodate your altered financial situation if they don't know about it. Ignoring the issue and hoping it will go away is the worst possible solution.

Throughout all this, you should remember one thing: the bank doesn't really want your house. After all, banks aren't real estate speculators, they're mainly money lenders. They stand to make a great deal of money if you are able to make your mortgage payments until it's paid off. They're likely to make much less if they're forced to sell your house.

If you face sudden expenses, such as medical bills or a lawsuit, which put a serious but relatively short-term strain on your finances, you should notify your lender instantly. You might find that they are willing to accept lower payments, if this will keep you from defaulting.

As a last resort, some borrowers consider a "short sale." In a short sale, the homeowner sells the house to the highest bidder, and uses the funds to pay off the remaining debt. If there is any extra from the sale, it goes to the borrower. If the sale price is worth less than what's left of the mortgage in Indiana, the remaining debt is absolved.

Can a Kokomo, Indiana real estate attorney help?

If you are facing foreclosure in Kokomo, Indiana, and want to do everything practicable to save your house, the assistance of a seasoned real estate lawyer might prove invaluable.

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Life in Kokomo

Kokomo is located in Howard County, Indiana. It is Indiana's thirteenth largest city and is home to around 45,500 people.

Some popular sites in Kokomo include Howard County Historical Society, Kokomo Beach, The Sycamore Stump, Old Ben, City of Firsts Automotive Heritage Museum, and Elwood Haynes Museum.

Kokomo's top employers include Chrysler LLC, Delphi Corporation, GM Components Holdings LLC, Haynes International, Holder Mattress, Syndicate Sales, Inc. and Coca-Cola. To support these businesses, Kokomo has many attorneys whose practice can take care of the legal needs of these corporations. Also, for complex legal matters, Kokomo residents can look to nearby Chicago's legal force to deal with legal issues that seem impossible.

Some famous residents include Sylvia Jane Kirby, Jim Ligon, Strother Martin, John O'Banion, Jimmy Rayl, Tavis Smiley, and Marc Pohlman.

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