Four Myths About Foreclosure
Many bankruptcy cases begin after a person’s home has been foreclosed upon. Foreclosure and bankruptcy are two of the most difficult personal and financial challenges that can be faced by individuals. Because the foreclosure can be complicated and because it is feared by most people, there are a large number of misconceptions and myths that exist about the foreclosure process. This article will discuss some of the most common myths about foreclosure so that individuals can better prepare for the foreclosure process. Myth # 1: A Person is Not Responsible for Paying a Bank’s Legal Fees Many individuals assume that because their home is being foreclosed upon, that they are not also required to pay the bank’s legal fees. Unfortunately, this is simply not true. In reality, most mortgage agreements state that in the case of foreclosure, the person who is granted the mortgage by the lending company is responsible for the bank’s legal fees. Myth # 2: Once in Motion, a Foreclosure Cannot be Stopped Many individuals fear the foreclosure process and believe that once it starts, it is impossible to stop. In reality, if a homeowner is able to somehow find all of the money for all missed [...]