Bankruptcy and Foreclosure Proceedings

It seems as though people in Florida just can't get past the massive foreclosure filings that are keeping the state in the top spot for number of homes in the foreclosure process. For the eighth straight month, Florida holds that dubious distinction. In the RealtyTrac...

A church in Florida, known as Without Walls Central Church, is going to go up for auction. It is located in North Lakeland. The auction comes after the organization found itself facing around $29 million in debt. The church has been involved in bankruptcy proceedings...

Some residents in Florida might soon be getting some compensation for having to deal with foreclosure abuse and mortgage servicing misconduct by Ocwen Financial Services. More than 26,000 residents had their homes foreclosed upon from January of 2009 through December...

When someone buys a home, they usually look forward to being able to do whatever they want to their home when it comes to decorating it. While that is the case for many homeowners, those who are under the thumb of a homeowners' association might not be able to fulfill...

When you decide that you need to file for bankruptcy protection, one of the first decisions you have to make is what type of bankruptcy to file. For most people, Chapter 7 bankruptcy and Chapter 13 bankruptcy are the two options. Understanding these differences might...

As the economy continues to recover, there's generally good news on the foreclosure front. Foreclosure filings in the U.S. were nearly 20 percent less in the first half of this year than in the same period during 2013. These include bank repossessions, scheduled...

An old adage says that your home is your castle, so when you are threatened with losing your home, you likely want to fight to keep it. Learning about your options to keep your home can be a complex undertaking during which you can benefit from getting your questions...

It is no secret by now that foreclosures are affecting many families in Florida. While Florida is known as one of the top vacation spots in the country and the home of a world renowned amusement park, the state also holds the distinction of being one of the top states...

Miami homeowners have experienced their share of housing troubles in the past decade. Defaults on subprime mortgages turned neighborhood subdivisions into eerie ghost towns dotted with properties worth far less now than when they were built. Repossessions...

For some homeowners who are facing foreclosure, a mortgage modification is a possible way to stop the foreclosure. Because these loan modifications can be complex, having someone familiar with them by your side as you go through the process is vital. For Florida...