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Shortsale and bankruptcy

Posted on: 08th Nov, 2010 12:23 pm
I had to short sale my house and I shortly after had to file bankruptcy. I was 120+ days late on my old mortgage. I was on the loan myself and
now my husband and i want to buy a home with his VA..how long will it be before I can be on his VA loan with him so we can use my income
While doing a short sale, even if you are in bankruptcy, its a big step in the right direction if you plan to rebuild your credit and own a home again someday. At least that will keep your expectations in the guidelines existing mortgage to 24 months instead of 5-7 years.The only thing that should happen is that the lawyer must apply to the judge in the case asked the authorization to sell an asset of the estate.
Posted on: 08th Nov, 2010 03:14 pm
Hi Ed!

Welcome to forums!

As you have a short sale as well as bankruptcy mentioned in your credit report now, you won't be able to get a mortgage. You'll have to wait for around 3-4 years in order to get a loan.

Feel free to ask if you've further queries.

Sussane
Posted on: 09th Nov, 2010 12:24 am
The only way to determine what is best for your situation is to seek the advice of competent counsel and a tax professional. Short sales are not a magic solution that some developers into believing that you should look at its global decision before deciding what course to take. Prevent a short sale will do little to protect consumer's credit rating, if bankruptcy is necessary at a later date.
Posted on: 09th Nov, 2010 02:40 am
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