Arizona Short Sale Help

Can I take my appliances and fixtures

A common question we get from our clients is… can I take my appliances and fixtures when I short sale my home? This is a sticky subject… When you purchased the home, you agreed to not do anything that would devalue the home. So by stripping all the fixtures and appliances, in our opinion, is [...]

Who pays Realtor Commissions in a Short Sale?

This is a very important, and often confusing… In most Short Sales, your lender will authorize in their Short Sale approval the payment of Real Estate Commissions that are “customary” in the area. This is one of our most asked questions… most of our clients “think” they have to pay the commission that their listing [...]

If I do a Short Sale, how long until I can buy another house?

If I do a Short Sale, how long until I can buy another house? Fannie Mae on conventional loans up to $417,000 has finally addressed the issue of buying after a short sale. The following guidelines are effective after July 1, 2010: • Two year wait with 20% down • Four year wait with 10% [...]

Can I do a Short Sale with a FHA, HUD or VA Mortgage?

Can I do a Short Sale with a FHA, HUD or VA Mortgage? Yes, our experience shows that we can Short Sale a home that has any of the above mentioned loan types. Each type of loan, as well as each bank, have different criteria and systems in place for accepting a Short Sale.

When should I hire your team to start the Short Sale process?

When should I hire your team to start the Short Sale process? We recommend everyone discuss their options with us the minute their situation turns grey, becomes emotional or creates uncertainty. Don’t wait until your lender serves you with a Notice of Default or go delinquent to consult with our team. We can help you [...]