The percentage of short sale closings is steadily increasing in Ocala as agents and sellers become more familiar with this option to avoid foreclosure and prevent devastating lingering effects of having a foreclosure on their credit reports for many years to come.
Most Lenders have drastically improved their processes and the long and drawn out waiting periods seem to be disappearing. The lenders now using the Equator system now have better tracking and accountability, and Realtor programs such as Short Sale Commander also help the Realtors, buyers and sellers to stay in the loop with information and updates.
Our team proudly holds the record for closing the most short sales in our area, as we jumped in with great enthusiasm early in the post boom real estate era to help sellers hold on to their dignity and their ability to purchase another home much sooner than if they were foreclosed upon.
Our work is very meaningful, as we know that every homeowner that has a successful short sale creates one less foreclosure on the market. We also want to thank the many patient buyers of these homes, as they have participated in helping the seller and the real estate market recover sooner rather than later.
Although every seller's situation is unique, in most cases a short sale is by far the best option and the least damaging way to sell a home that one can no longer afford the mortgage payments on due to financial hardship. We are pleased to be of service to anyone wanting to discuss the options available to distressed homeowners in today's marketplace.
Nancy Deichman, CDPE,CRS
phone 352-427-5704 cell
Re/Max Premier Realty,Inc.
www.stopocalaforeclosures.com