Legal Question in Real Estate Law in Illinois

I just lost my house in a short sale. The second lender required a deficiancy document. I did not sign a note. What does this mean? They show a charge off on my credit report. What sort of trouble am I looking at and for how long?


Asked on 10/22/10, 10:47 am

2 Answers from Attorneys

Charles Dobra Charles Wm. Dobra, Ltd.

You listed your state of residence as Illinois, but your zip code is for Crown Point, IN. State laws differ, and I AM NOT LICENSED IN INDIANA, ONLY ILLINOIS. I have no idea what you mean that you "lost" your house in a short sale. People sell homes for less than the mortgage amount due all the time-thus, "short sale". If you are worried about lenders obtaining a deficiency judgment against you, you might consider consulting with a bankruptcy lawyer practicing in the jurisdiction in which you reside.

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Answered on 10/27/10, 10:56 am

I agree w/ Mr. Dobra. This is too confusing. Either take your paperwork to an attorney in your area, or if you want try to restate your facts but it doesn't sound like you understand what is going on well enough to explain the situation. You may be confusing the lender with the loan servicing agent among other things as well. Sorry.

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Answered on 10/27/10, 1:16 pm


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