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Understanding the Foreclosure Trustee’s Role: A Homeowner’s Guide
by Amy Loftsgordon, Attorney · University of Denver Sturm College of Law
In some states, nonjudicial foreclosures are handled by a foreclosure trustee. ... Read more
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What Is Loss Mitigation?
by Amy Loftsgordon, Attorney · University of Denver Sturm College of Law
Learn the meaning of “loss mitigation” in the mortgage industry. ... Read more
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What Does a Subordination Agreement Do?
by Amy Loftsgordon, Attorney · University of Denver Sturm College of Law
A "subordination agreement" often comes up when a home has a first and a second mortgage, and the borrower wants to refinance the first mortgage. ... Read more
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What Is a Suspense Account on a Mortgage?
by Amy Loftsgordon, Attorney · University of Denver Sturm College of Law
A mortgage “suspense account” holds money when a borrower pays more or less than the monthly amount due. ... Read more
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Complaint, Lis Pendens, and a Summons in a Foreclosure: What's the Difference?
by Amy Loftsgordon, Attorney · University of Denver Sturm College of Law
Learn about the difference between a complaint, summons, and lis pendens in a judicial foreclosure. ... Read more
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Who's My Mortgage Servicer?
by Amy Loftsgordon, Attorney · University of Denver Sturm College of Law
Here’s how you can find out who services or owns your mortgage loan. ... Read more
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What Is MERS?
by Amy Loftsgordon, Attorney · University of Denver Sturm College of Law
MERS, a company the mortgage banking industry created, eliminates the need for a recorded assignment when a loan is bought and sold. ... Read more
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