Friday, April 29, 2011

Understanding Foreclosures in the Charleston AFB Market

It seems like every other day, there is a new headline about foreclosures….and they sometimes seem to contradict one another. One headline may say foreclosures are on the rise, while another may say there has been a decrease in foreclosure numbers.

To help clarify this issue, let’s take a look at the different stages in the foreclosures process.

Delinquencies over 90 Days
Once a mortgage becomes 90 days past due, it is generally becomes part of a bank’s foreclosure numbers.  The reason for this is that less than 2% of those who fall 90 days behind are able to catch up on their payments. The remaining 98% will end up as either a short sale or a foreclosure. 


Homes actually in the Foreclosure Process
Once a foreclosure notice is received by the homeowner, the official foreclosure process has begun.   

Real Estate Owned Properties (REO’s)
Charleston AFB homes that have finished the foreclosure process and are now owned by the bank.

REO’s on the Market
Charleston AFB homes that are bank owned and listed for sale.   

REOs Sold
Charleston AFB bank owned properties that actually sell.

In Summary
To better understand the foreclosure situation in the Charleston AFB market and what impact it may have on prices, you should contact a real estate professional.  A Realtor can help explain what’s happening in Charleston and how it impacts you.


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