After your bankruptcy/debt is discharged, you are still the owner of record. Liability associated with the property typically resumes at that point. After discharge, the bank may choose to file a foreclosure action or they may prefer to entertain a short sale proposal from you.
Some lenders will choose to actually pay you at closing for cooperating with a short sale after bankruptcy. In one such instance, our client received a check for $20,000. You should of course consult with your attorney before pursuing any post-bankruptcy real property action.
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Ed & Terri Smith, Broker Owners
RE/MAX Coastal Properties
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