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		<title>Chicago Short Sales: Why The Lack of Accountability Has Hurt The Housing Market &amp; US Economy</title>
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		<description><![CDATA[Chicago IL – The National Consumer Law Center wrote a White Paper on how banks handle loan modifications, short sales and foreclosures. Click here to discover how other sellers successfully did a short sale and avoided foreclosure. They titles their White Paper &#8220;Why Servicers Foreclose When They Should Modify and Other Puzzles of Servicer Behavior.&#8221; [...]]]></description>
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Chicago IL – The National Consumer Law Center wrote a White Paper on how banks handle loan modifications, short sales and foreclosures.</p>
<p><a href="http://philstopsforeclosure.info/short-sale.html">Click here to discover how other sellers successfully did a short sale and avoided foreclosure.</a></p>
<p>They titles their White Paper &#8220;Why Servicers Foreclose When They Should Modify and Other Puzzles of Servicer Behavior.&#8221; Check out the White Paper at this link: <a href="http://www.nclc.org/images/pdf/pr-reports/report-servicers-modify.pdf">http://www.nclc.org/images/pdf/pr-reports/report-servicers-modify.pdf</a>.</p>
<p>The &#8220;servicer&#8221; they are referring to is a bank that is handling a mortgage for another entity.</p>
<p>As an example, around 80% of all of Bank of America&#8217;s mortgages are not owned by Bank of America. Instead, they are owned by another entity like Fannie Mae or a hedge fund.</p>
<p>Bank of America is simply handling the accounting, tax filings, and the foreclosure and collections process. The Consumer Law Center thought it was &#8220;puzzling&#8221; that servicers preferred foreclosure over loan modification.</p>
<p>The reason that the servicers prefer it is because it is less work and they make more money in the process. But, I don&#8217;t think it is puzzling. Why not?</p>
<p>Because there is almost zero accountability! The owners of these mortgages never check in on the process. They don&#8217;t know that a servicer denied a short sale offer for $385,000, only to see the property sell for $230,000 as a foreclosure.</p>
<p>Because they are not checking on things Uncle Sam and the owners of these loans are seeing huge, unnecessary losses. Pretty sad, isn&#8217;t it? Thinking about a short sale?  Visit <a href="http://www.shortsalesuperman.com">www.ShortSaleSuperMan.com</a> for more information on Chicago short sales.</p>
<p>I can help you short sale your property and get back on your feet. Send me an e-mail at <a href="mailto:myrealtorphil@gmail.com">myrealtorphil@gmail.com</a>. I will contact you for a free consultation.</p>
<p>When we talk, I will explain how the process works in detail and answer any questions you may have. Or, if you prefer, you can call me at (312) 953-6725</p>
<p>Discover how other sellers successfully completed a short sale and request a free consultation by <a href="http://philstopsforeclosure.info/short-sale.html">clicking here</a>.</p>
<p>Thinking about a loan modification? Our Chicago loan modification kit has the instructions you will need to get a loan modification approved with your bank. <a href="http://philstopsforeclosure.info/loan-modification-secrets.html">Click here to request a copy.</a></p>
<p>Thanks for reading this, Phil Buoscio.</p>
<p>Phil is a Real Estate Agent at Better Living Realty &#8211; Buoscio Brokerage, Inc.. Chicago Short Sales Realtor:</p>
<p>Phone: (312) 953-6725. <a href="mailto:myrealtorphil@gmail.com">myrealtorphil@gmail.com</a>.</p>
<p>View My homes for sale at <a href="http://www.betterlivingrealty.com">www.BetterLivingRealty.com</a>. <a href="http://www.shortsalesuperman.com">Or Visit www.ShortSaleSuperMan.com</a></p>
<p>Phil Buoscio specializes in loan modifications and short sales in Chicago Illinois. Chicago Loan Modification Help. Chicago Short Sales. Chicago Short Sale Realtor. Chicago IL Short Sales. Chicago Realtor.</p>
<p>Copyright 2011 SFI Marketing Institute, LLC. All Rights Reserved.</p>
<p><span style="font-size: x-small;"><strong>Important Notice</strong></span></p>
<p><span style="font-size: xx-small;">Phil Buoscio, Better Living Realty &#8211; Buoscio Brokerage, Inc., and the Stop Foreclosure Institute are not affiliated in any way, shape, or form with the government. Our services have not been reviewed or endorse by the government or your lender. Most lenders willingly work with agents on short sales. Why?</span></p>
<p>Because most short sales are beneficial to a lender. If you accept our offer to help you on a short sale, your lender may not agree to a short sale or to modify your loan. We do offer a loan modification kit.</p>
<p>However, the likelihood of negotiating a modification is like everything else in life. It takes work and persistence to convince your lender to modify your loan. No matter what you or we do, your lender may not approve a loan modification.</p>
<p>We do not recommend that you stop paying your mortgage, because this will cause damage to your credit and could cause you to lose your home. Because we know avoiding foreclosure is so important to any homeowner, we recommend that you speak with the appropriate legal or tax advisor before making any decision.</p>
<p>This is not intended as legal, technical, or tax advice. Please speak with a licensed professional before making any decision. Information is deemed reliable but not guaranteed as of the date of writing.</p>
<p>You have the option to reject a short sale or loan modification from your lender if it does not meet your approval. If you decide not to go thru with the short sale, then you do not have to pay us our fee. We normally make a real estate sales commission for helping you on a short sale.</p>
<p>The views expressed here are Phil&#8217;s personal views and do not reflect the views of Better Living Realty &#8211; Buoscio Brokerage, Inc..</p>
<p>This information on Chicago Short Sales: Why The Lack of Accountability Has Hurt The Housing Market &amp; US Economy is provided as a courtesy to our viewers to help them make informed decisions.</p>
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		<title>Chicago Short Sales: Some of the Stupid Things Banks Do On Short Sales</title>
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		<pubDate>Wed, 15 Feb 2012 22:13:03 +0000</pubDate>
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		<description><![CDATA[Chicago IL – I have something shocking to tell you. Bankers are not as smart as you or I think they are. You know the &#8220;perfect banker&#8221; that we meet in public. The person has never missed a payment, never been late, and has always had a bunch of savings in the bank. They sneeringly [...]]]></description>
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<p>Chicago IL – I have something shocking to tell you. Bankers are not as smart as you or I think they are. You know the &#8220;perfect banker&#8221; that we meet in public.</p>
<p>The person has never missed a payment, never been late, and has always had a bunch of savings in the bank. They sneeringly look down on normal Americans that haven&#8217;t saved their money like Scrooge Chuck.</p>
<p><a href="http://philstopsforeclosure.info/short-sale.html">Click here to discover how other sellers successfully did a short sale and avoided foreclosure.</a></p>
<p>Here is the sad truth. Although they think that they are so smart with money, they actually are not. And today I&#8217;ll show you one example why.</p>
<p>Let&#8217;s look at how 90% of the banks handle the short sale process. When an offer comes in on a short sale, it takes 30-60 days for a person at the bank to look at the offer.</p>
<p>Then, that person orders an appraisal on the property. After that appraisal comes back, the bank employee reviews the property value and the home seller&#8217;s personal financial situation.</p>
<p>Based on that, they approve or deny the short sale offer. They do this to avoid approving short sales when either a homeowner can still afford the house or the house is selling to low. Seems like a smart way to do things, right?</p>
<p>Here comes the stupid part. What do they do if the short sale offer is rejected? Well, they tell the buyer to hit the road and close the file. Everything gets thrown out. The appraisal is thrown out. And all the time that employee spent looking at the seller&#8217;s finances is thrown out.</p>
<p>Which means that they have to do all of that work again when a new short sale offer comes in. What&#8217;s worse is that it causes the banks to lose millions of dollars.</p>
<p>As an example, an agent I know told me about a short sale property he handled. &#8220;The first offer for $275,000 was rejected by the bank. Several more offers were rejected over the next year.</p>
<p>The housing market continued to decline. Finally almost 2 years later they accepted an offer for $235,000. Yes, they lost $40,000 because of the flawed short sale process.</p>
<p>That&#8217;s a pretty dumb way to handle things, isn&#8217;t it? And yet, most bankers sneeringly think they are responsible with money! It&#8217;s crazy, isn&#8217;t it?</p>
<p>As you can see, the key to a successful short sale and avoiding the mark of a foreclosure on your credit. Thinking about a short sale?  Visit the Chicago short sale expert at <a href="http://www.shortsalesuperman.com">www.ShortSaleSuperMan.com</a>  Learn all about short sales and how you can move on from your underwater home.</p>
<p>I can help you short sale your property and get back on your feet. Send me an e-mail at <a href="mailto:myrealtorphil@gmail.com">myrealtorphil@gmail.com</a>. I will contact you for a free consultation.</p>
<p>When we talk, I will explain how the process works in detail and answer any questions you may have. Or, if you prefer, you can call me at (312) 953-6725</p>
<p>Discover how other sellers successfully completed a short sale and request a free consultation by <a href="http://philstopsforeclosure.info/short-sale.html">clicking here</a>.</p>
<p>Thinking about a loan modification? Our Chicago loan modification kit has the instructions you will need to get a loan modification approved with your bank. <a href="http://philstopsforeclosure.info/loan-modification-secrets.html">Click here to request a copy.</a></p>
<p>Thanks for reading this, Phil Buoscio.</p>
<p>Phil is a Real Estate Agent at Better Living Realty &#8211; Buoscio Brokerage, Inc.. Chicago Short Sales Realtor:</p>
<p>Phone: (312) 953-6725. <a href="mailto:myrealtorphil@gmail.com">myrealtorphil@gmail.com</a>.</p>
<p>View My homes for sale at <a href="http://www.betterlivingrealty.com">www.BetterLivingRealty.com</a>. <a href="http://www.shortsalesuperman.com">Or visit www.ShortSaleSuperMan.com</a></p>
<p>Phil Buoscio specializes in loan modifications and short sales in Chicago Illinois. Chicago Loan Modification Help. Chicago Short Sales. Chicago Short Sale Realtor. Chicago IL Short Sales. Chicago Realtor.</p>
<p>Copyright 2011 SFI Marketing Institute, LLC. All Rights Reserved.</p>
<p><span style="font-size: x-small;"><strong>Important Notice</strong></span></p>
<p><span style="font-size: xx-small;">Phil Buoscio, Better Living Realty &#8211; Buoscio Brokerage, Inc., and the Stop Foreclosure Institute are not affiliated in any way, shape, or form with the government. Our services have not been reviewed or endorse by the government or your lender. Most lenders willingly work with agents on short sales. Why?</span></p>
<p>Because most short sales are beneficial to a lender. If you accept our offer to help you on a short sale, your lender may not agree to a short sale or to modify your loan. We do offer a loan modification kit.</p>
<p>However, the likelihood of negotiating a modification is like everything else in life. It takes work and persistence to convince your lender to modify your loan. No matter what you or we do, your lender may not approve a loan modification.</p>
<p>We do not recommend that you stop paying your mortgage, because this will cause damage to your credit and could cause you to lose your home. Because we know avoiding foreclosure is so important to any homeowner, we recommend that you speak with the appropriate legal or tax advisor before making any decision.</p>
<p>This is not intended as legal, technical, or tax advice. Please speak with a licensed professional before making any decision. Information is deemed reliable but not guaranteed as of the date of writing.</p>
<p>You have the option to reject a short sale or loan modification from your lender if it does not meet your approval. If you decide not to go thru with the short sale, then you do not have to pay us our fee. We normally make a real estate sales commission for helping you on a short sale.</p>
<p>The views expressed here are Phil&#8217;s personal views and do not reflect the views of Better Living Realty &#8211; Buoscio Brokerage, Inc..</p>
<p>This information on Chicago Short Sales: Some of the Stupid Things Banks Do On Short Sales is provided as a courtesy to our viewers to help them make informed decisions.</p>
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		<title>Channahon Short Sale &#8211; 24308 Burr Ct</title>
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		<description><![CDATA[24308 South BURR Court CHANNAHON, IL 60410 1 Story, Ranch &#8211; CHANNAHON, IL Price : $199,900 Bedrooms : 3 Bathrooms : 2 Square Foot : 1,362 County : Will Property Type : Detached Year Built : 1978 MLS Number : 07994923 click for more information and pictures Property Description WELL CARED FOR 3 BED HOME [...]]]></description>
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		<title>Forest Park Short Sale &#8211; 616 S Elgin</title>
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Great investment opportunity!!! Proximity to Loyola University Medical Center, I-290, and Harlem, makes this property ideal for rental!!!  Needs TLC.  Short Sale.
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		<title>South Loop Short Sale &#8211; 1620 S. Michigan Ave Unit 824</title>
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		<description><![CDATA[1620 South MICHIGAN Avenue CHICAGO, IL 60616 Condo,Condo-Loft &#8211; CHICAGO, IL Price : $159,900 Bedrooms : 2 Bathrooms : 1 Square Foot : 878 County : Cook Property Type : Condo or Townhouse Year Built : 2005 MLS Number : 07991796 click for more information and pictures Property Description SPACIOUS 2 BEDROOMS, DEN , 1 [...]]]></description>
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SPACIOUS 2 BEDROOMS, DEN , 1 BATH UNIT W/ FABULOUS UNOBSTRUCTED SOUTHWEST VIEWS WITH PLENTY OF LIGHT. 10FT FLOOR TO CEILING WINDOWS. OVERLOOKS A LARGE BALCONY. PREMIUM FINISHES INCLUDING KITCHEN W/MAPLE CABS, GRANITE COUNTERTOPS  STAINLESS STEEL APPLS. EXPOSED CONCRETE CEILINGS. HARDWOOD FLOORS.  HANDICAPPED ACCESSIBLE. FHA APPROVED.ILINGS. HARDWOOD FLOORS.  HA
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		<title>Chicago Short Sales: Should I Be Embarrassed by Doing a Short Sale</title>
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		<pubDate>Wed, 21 Dec 2011 19:57:58 +0000</pubDate>
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		<description><![CDATA[Chicago IL – Short Sales are a situation that can often cause emotional turmoil as well as financial. It’s amazing how quick people are to judge others but times may be changing when it comes to today’s financial situations. We’re all feeling tough times. We all have seen local businesses close, people we know losing [...]]]></description>
			<content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>Chicago IL – Short Sales are a situation that can often cause emotional turmoil as well as financial. It’s amazing how quick people are to judge others but times may be changing when it comes to today’s financial situations. We’re all feeling tough times. We all have seen local businesses close, people we know losing jobs they’ve had for years, and seen how the cost of living increases while the income we’re making doesn’t seem to be keeping the same pace.</p>
<p><a href="http://philstopsforeclosure.info/short-sale.html">Click here to discover how other sellers successfully did a short sale and avoided foreclosure.</a></p>
<p>Most of us don’t speak “legal-eze” and personally I’m thankful that most of us also don’t operate like some lenders. It’s hard to understand why a lender will jump at doing a Short Sale on a home as opposed to working with someone who’s done everything in their power to make right the situation they’ve ended up in, being overdue with the lender.</p>
<p>Many lenders somehow find it more logical to do a Short Sale than to work with the original owner and re-finance or negotiate terms that make it more reasonable for the owner to make regular payments again. Placing the overdue amounts at the end of your loan and putting you back on track seems more logical to you and I than taking a Short Sale. But then again, when does our logic seem to match the logic of most lenders?</p>
<p>What we have noticed though is that while we are all together in this financial mess of our economy we also seem to be more sympathetic and understanding about the situations of others. Friends and neighbors aren’t so quick to judge those who suddenly have a “Foreclosure” or “Short Sale” sign on their front lawn. People have become more sympathetic to those in their community who have been hit hard by hard times. There is no longer a scarlet letter worn by those who have hit hard times and find themselves having to give up their home via a Short Sale.</p>
<p><strong>There is no shame in Short Sales.</strong> In most cases the home owners have approached their lender in every possible way, using every possible means to keep their home. Most lenders turn down every option other than literally snapping your fingers and coming up with all of the money owed instantly, no matter what the situation may be. These lenders should bear all of the shame for creating situations that don’t allow for a good, honest homeowner to maintain their dream.</p>
<p><strong>A Short Sale is an option that is taken to help keep your dignity, sell your home, and have a fresh start.</strong> Many take this choice hoping to do less harm to their credit rating. Many times friends and neighbors will not only understand your situation but will respect that you’ve remained dignified through a terrible crisis in your life. Each of us understands that we are almost all only a paycheck away from being on the streets in today’s economy.</p>
<p>As we work together to make things better, one of the things we notice is that there truly is a lot less judging and finger pointing going on in life and a whole lot more understanding and help. The fingers are pointing to the lenders now instead.</p>
<p><strong>We are here to help you understand and get through making the choices you need to make regarding a Short Sale of your home.</strong> We have the knowledge and training behind us to make your transition as smooth as possible. Most of all we will treat you with respect and help you not only make the experience understandable, but bearable. We can give you information that will give you hope and show you that the future may have a better picture ahead and even another home some day with our help. There is no shame in taking the option of a Short Sale and we are here to show you.</p>
<p>Thinking about a short sale? Visit <a href="http://www.shortsalesuperman.com">www.ShortSaleSuperMan.com</a> for more information and articles on Chicago short sales.</p>
<p>I can help you short sale your property and get back on your feet. Send me an e-mail at <a href="mailto:myrealtorphil@gmail.com">myrealtorphil@gmail.com</a>. I will contact you for a free consultation.</p>
<p>When we talk, I will explain how the process works in detail and answer any questions you may have. Or, if you prefer, you can call me at (312) 953-6725</p>
<p>Discover how other sellers successfully completed a short sale and request a free consultation by <a href="http://philstopsforeclosure.info/short-sale.html">clicking here</a>.</p>
<p>Thinking about a loan modification? Our Chicago loan modification kit has the instructions you will need to get a loan modification approved with your bank. <a href="http://philstopsforeclosure.info/loan-modification-secrets.html">Click here to request a copy.</a></p>
<p>Thanks for reading this, Phil Buoscio.</p>
<p>Phil is a Real Estate Agent at Better Living Realty &#8211; Buoscio Brokerage, Inc.. Chicago Short Sales Realtor:</p>
<p>Phone: (312) 953-6725. <a href="mailto:myrealtorphil@gmail.com">myrealtorphil@gmail.com</a>.</p>
<p>View My homes for sale at <a href="http://betterlivingrealty.com">www.BetterLivingRealty.com</a>.</p>
<p>Phil Buoscio specializes in loan modifications and short sales in Chicago Illinois. Chicago Loan Modification Help. Chicago Short Sales. Chicago Short Sale Realtor. Chicago IL Short Sales. Chicago Realtor.</p>
<p>Copyright 2011 SFI Marketing Institute, LLC. All Rights Reserved.</p>
<p><span style="font-size: x-small;"><strong>Important Notice</strong></span></p>
<p><span style="font-size: xx-small;">Phil Buoscio, Better Living Realty &#8211; Buoscio Brokerage, Inc., and the Stop Foreclosure Institute are not affiliated in any way, shape, or form with the government. Our services have not been reviewed or endorse by the government or your lender. Most lenders willingly work with agents on short sales. Why?</span></p>
<p>Because most short sales are beneficial to a lender. If you accept our offer to help you on a short sale, your lender may not agree to a short sale or to modify your loan. We do offer a loan modification kit.</p>
<p>However, the likelihood of negotiating a modification is like everything else in life. It takes work and persistence to convince your lender to modify your loan. No matter what you or we do, your lender may not approve a loan modification.</p>
<p>We do not recommend that you stop paying your mortgage, because this will cause damage to your credit and could cause you to lose your home. Because we know avoiding foreclosure is so important to any homeowner, we recommend that you speak with the appropriate legal or tax advisor before making any decision.</p>
<p>This is not intended as legal, technical, or tax advice. Please speak with a licensed professional before making any decision. Information is deemed reliable but not guaranteed as of the date of writing.</p>
<p>You have the option to reject a short sale or loan modification from your lender if it does not meet your approval. If you decide not to go thru with the short sale, then you do not have to pay us our fee. We normally make a real estate sales commission for helping you on a short sale.</p>
<p>The views expressed here are Phil&#8217;s personal views and do not reflect the views of Better Living Realty &#8211; Buoscio Brokerage, Inc..</p>
<p>This information on Chicago Short Sales: Should I Be Embarrassed by Doing a Short Sale is provided as a courtesy to our viewers to help them make informed decisions.</p>
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		<title>Chicago Short Sale Question: Should I Short Sale Or Declare Bankruptcy?</title>
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		<description><![CDATA[Chicago IL – The Stop Foreclosure Institute recently received a question from James. Here is his question. &#8220;I am upside down by $300,000 on my home. I want to move, but I am concerned about having that $300,000 debt chasing me for the rest of my life. A friend mentioned I could get it wiped [...]]]></description>
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Chicago IL – The Stop Foreclosure Institute recently received a question from James. Here is his question.</p>
<p>&#8220;I am upside down by $300,000 on my home. I want to move, but I am concerned about having that $300,000 debt chasing me for the rest of my life. A friend mentioned I could get it wiped out in bankruptcy.</p>
<p>So, here is my question. Should I short sale and then declare bankruptcy. Or just declare bankruptcy and get rid of the house in the bankruptcy? James.&#8221;</p>
<p><a href="http://philstopsforeclosure.info/short-sale.html">Click here to discover how other sellers successfully did a short sale and avoided foreclosure.</a></p>
<p><strong>Here was our answer to James&#8217;s Question. </strong>James, here is something you don&#8217;t know. In most short sales, the upside down debt will be erased.</p>
<p>Yes, the banks will forgive the upside down debt. We recently had a homeowner short sale a house where their bank lost over $400,000. They received a complete release on the debt.</p>
<p>The debt was gone and he had no need to declare bankruptcy. Not a bad deal, no? <strong>Here is the good news for you.</strong> First, many states have laws that forbid banks from pursuing you for a deficiency after a short sale or foreclosure.</p>
<p>Second, most lenders do not pursue borrowers. In fact, they will specifically release you from the debt. But, every situation is different.</p>
<p>Talk to an experienced short sale realtor in your area to get more specifics. Thinking about a short sale?  Visit <a href="http://www.shortsalesuperman.com">www.ShortSaleSuperMan.com</a> for more information and articles on Chicago short sales.</p>
<p>I can help you short sale your property and get back on your feet. Send me an e-mail at <a href="mailto:myrealtorphil@gmail.com">myrealtorphil@gmail.com</a>. I will contact you for a free consultation.</p>
<p>When we talk, I will explain how the process works in detail and answer any questions you may have. Or, if you prefer, you can call me at (312) 953-6725</p>
<p>Discover how other sellers successfully completed a short sale and request a free consultation by <a href="http://philstopsforeclosure.info/short-sale.html">clicking here</a>.</p>
<p>Thinking about a loan modification? Our Chicago loan modification kit has the instructions you will need to get a loan modification approved with your bank. <a href="http://philstopsforeclosure.info/loan-modification-secrets.html">Click here to request a copy.</a></p>
<p>Thanks for reading this, Phil Buoscio.</p>
<p>Phil is a Real Estate Agent at Better Living Realty &#8211; Buoscio Brokerage, Inc.. Chicago Short Sales Realtor:</p>
<p>Phone: (312) 953-6725. <a href="mailto:myrealtorphil@gmail.com">myrealtorphil@gmail.com</a>.</p>
<p>View My homes for sale at <a href="http://betterlivingrealty.com">www.BetterLivingRealty.com</a>.</p>
<p>Phil Buoscio specializes in loan modifications and short sales in Chicago Illinois. Chicago Loan Modification Help. Chicago Short Sales. Chicago Short Sale Realtor. Chicago IL Short Sales. Chicago Realtor.</p>
<p>Copyright 2011 SFI Marketing Institute, LLC. All Rights Reserved.</p>
<p><span style="font-size: x-small;"><strong>Important Notice</strong></span></p>
<p><span style="font-size: xx-small;">Phil Buoscio, Better Living Realty &#8211; Buoscio Brokerage, Inc., and the Stop Foreclosure Institute are not affiliated in any way, shape, or form with the government. Our services have not been reviewed or endorse by the government or your lender. Most lenders willingly work with agents on short sales. Why?</span></p>
<p>Because most short sales are beneficial to a lender. If you accept our offer to help you on a short sale, your lender may not agree to a short sale or to modify your loan. We do offer a loan modification kit.</p>
<p>However, the likelihood of negotiating a modification is like everything else in life. It takes work and persistence to convince your lender to modify your loan. No matter what you or we do, your lender may not approve a loan modification.</p>
<p>We do not recommend that you stop paying your mortgage, because this will cause damage to your credit and could cause you to lose your home. Because we know avoiding foreclosure is so important to any homeowner, we recommend that you speak with the appropriate legal or tax advisor before making any decision.</p>
<p>This is not intended as legal, technical, or tax advice. Please speak with a licensed professional before making any decision. Information is deemed reliable but not guaranteed as of the date of writing.</p>
<p>You have the option to reject a short sale or loan modification from your lender if it does not meet your approval. If you decide not to go thru with the short sale, then you do not have to pay us our fee. We normally make a real estate sales commission for helping you on a short sale.</p>
<p>The views expressed here are Phil&#8217;s personal views and do not reflect the views of Better Living Realty &#8211; Buoscio Brokerage, Inc..</p>
<p>This information on Chicago Short Sale Question: Should I Short Sale Or Declare Bankruptcy? is provided as a courtesy to our viewers to help them make informed decisions.</p>
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		<description><![CDATA[Chicago IL – While most people think of realtors as a person you turn to only when you’re buying or selling a home; many don’t realize that a realtor’s expertise in the housing industry can help you in other ways also. If you are facing possible foreclosure, turning to a realtor for help may be [...]]]></description>
			<content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>Chicago IL – While most people think of realtors as a person you turn to only when you’re buying or selling a home; many don’t realize that a realtor’s expertise in the housing industry can help you in other ways also.  If you are facing possible foreclosure, turning to a realtor for help may be one of the smartest options to choose.</p>
<p>While realtors can’t give legal advice about handling foreclosures, they can show you many options that are available to you as both a home owner facing possible foreclosure and as a possible home buyer if you should have to release your home to the lender.</p>
<p><a href="http://philstopsforeclosure.info/short-sale.html">Click here to discover how other sellers successfully did a short sale and avoided foreclosure.</a></p>
<p>1.) The right Chicago realtor will know the area well and be able to guide you as to how others in your situation in the same area have handled similar circumstances.</p>
<p>2.) A realtor can explain “Short Sales” to you; which could be an option for you depending upon your situation.</p>
<p>3.) <strong>Your realtor should be able to explain possible options for re-financing,</strong> doing a “short sale”, seeing if a loan modification is an option or perhaps even a mortgage forbearance.  There may be other possible options available in your area; including any governmental or non-profit organizations that may be able to help.</p>
<p>4.) <strong>Working with one realtor you can trust will not only establish a friend with useful information, but they will be there after the foreclosure when you’re going to need to know where to turn.</strong>  They will have options available for you from rental units to get you through this tough spot, to possibly even purchasing a new home.  You may be surprised at the options available.  Having someone experienced in the business will be a plus no matter which direction you go once you finish the foreclosure process.</p>
<p>5.) <strong>Find a realtor in the Chicago area that truly cares.</strong> Yes, we are realtors to make money; it is our job.  But we are also human beings and should remember to work with you while making you feel as good as possible with the options you may have.  Perhaps this is a dark moment for you and your family but the truth is, if you have a good realtor you should have a good chance at finding a decent home, either as a rental or other possible ways of purchasing it. That’s where an experienced realtor comes in… we know the “other possible ways” out there.</p>
<p>Thinking about a short sale?</p>
<p>I can help you short sale your property and get back on your feet. Send me an e-mail at <a href="mailto:myrealtorphil@gmail.com">myrealtorphil@gmail.com</a>. I will contact you for a free consultation.</p>
<p>When we talk, I will explain how the process works in detail and answer any questions you may have. Or, if you prefer, you can call me at (312) 953-6725</p>
<p>Discover how other sellers successfully completed a short sale and request a free consultation by <a href="http://philstopsforeclosure.info/short-sale.html">clicking here</a>.</p>
<p>Thinking about a loan modification? Our Chicago loan modification kit has the instructions you will need to get a loan modification approved with your bank. <a href="http://philstopsforeclosure.info/loan-modification-secrets.html">Click here to request a copy.</a></p>
<p>Thanks for reading this, Phil Buoscio.</p>
<p>Phil is a Real Estate Agent at Better Living Realty &#8211; Buoscio Brokerage, Inc.. Chicago Short Sales Realtor:</p>
<p>Phone: (312) 953-6725. <a href="mailto:myrealtorphil@gmail.com">myrealtorphil@gmail.com</a>.</p>
<p>View My homes for sale at <a href="http://betterlivingrealty.com">www.BetterLivingRealty.com</a>.</p>
<p>Phil Buoscio specializes in loan modifications and short sales in Chicago Illinois. Chicago Loan Modification Help. Chicago Short Sales. Chicago Short Sale Realtor. Chicago IL Short Sales. Chicago Realtor.</p>
<p>Copyright 2011 SFI Marketing Institute, LLC. All Rights Reserved.</p>
<p><font size="+2"><strong>Important Notice</strong></font></p>
<p><font size="+1">Phil Buoscio, Better Living Realty &#8211; Buoscio Brokerage, Inc., and the Stop Foreclosure Institute are not affiliated in any way, shape, or form with the government. Our services have not been reviewed or endorse by the government or your lender. Most lenders willingly work with agents on short sales. Why?</p>
<p>Because most short sales are beneficial to a lender. If you accept our offer to help you on a short sale, your lender may not agree to a short sale or to modify your loan. We do offer a loan modification kit.</p>
<p>However, the likelihood of negotiating a modification is like everything else in life. It takes work and persistence to convince your lender to modify your loan. No matter what you or we do, your lender may not approve a loan modification.</p>
<p>We do not recommend that you stop paying your mortgage, because this will cause damage to your credit and could cause you to lose your home. Because we know avoiding foreclosure is so important to any homeowner, we recommend that you speak with the appropriate legal or tax advisor before making any decision.</p>
<p>This is not intended as legal, technical, or tax advice. Please speak with a licensed professional before making any decision. Information is deemed reliable but not guaranteed as of the date of writing.</p>
<p>You have the option to reject a short sale or loan modification from your lender if it does not meet your approval. If you decide not to go thru with the short sale, then you do not have to pay us our fee. We normally make a real estate sales commission for helping you on a short sale.</p>
<p>The views expressed here are Phil&#8217;s personal views and do not reflect the views of Better Living Realty &#8211; Buoscio Brokerage, Inc..</font></p>
<p>This information on How Can a Chicago Realtor Help Me When I’m Facing Foreclosure? is provided as a courtesy to our viewers to help them make informed decisions.</p>
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		<description><![CDATA[Chicago IL – What can you do if you are facing a foreclosure? One of the scariest and worse case scenarios for a homeowner is getting so far behind in your payments that foreclosure is leering around the corner. You feel as though you have let everyone, yourself included, down. You feel embarrassed, even if [...]]]></description>
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Chicago IL – What can you do if you are facing a foreclosure? One of the scariest and worse case scenarios for a homeowner is getting so far behind in your payments that foreclosure is leering around the corner. You feel as though you have let everyone, yourself included, down. You feel embarrassed, even if you aren’t actually holding the papers yet. So now what?</p>
<p><a href="http://philstopsforeclosure.info/short-sale.html">Click here to discover how other sellers successfully did a short sale and avoided foreclosure.</a></p>
<p><strong>Here are a few tips to help you out:</strong></p>
<p>1.) <strong>First off if you’ve been getting letters “threatening “ foreclosure you need to step up and take action.</strong> Ignoring them until you actually get the foreclosure papers sent to you will not make it go away.</p>
<p>2.) <strong>It’s time to sit down and figure out how far behind you are and if it is truly realistic to catch up your payments.</strong> You have to be real and honest with yourself about your situation and figure out a realistic budget to work with. Thinking that “oh I can do this, I just have to cut out my $5 latte every morning and make up the money” is not a realistic option that will get you out of the situation. Be realistic and figure out exactly how much you can budget each month for the necessities and the small extras. If you haven’t noticed, this entire step has used the word “realistic” and that’s the exact word you have to keep in mind.</p>
<p>3.) <strong>You have to realize and keep in mind that, in all honesty, the last thing your lender probably wants is to own your home.</strong> They are in the money business, not the home owning business. If they are forced to take over the home they’re also faced with everything a “homeowner” is faced with; such as all of the maintenance, upkeep, heating bills, air conditioning bills, all of the utility bills and more. This comes down to one thing, they really don’t want to take your home and would probably much rather work with you to make realistic arrangements in helping you keep your home.</p>
<p>4.) <strong>Do not avoid your lender.</strong> Call them and start to see what can be done to stop the foreclosure. Once the actual foreclosure begins it’s very hard to stop it; so you want to make sure you contact them immediately. If you reach a person that you simply cannot deal with and takes the approach of scare tactics and put downs, then immediately request to speak to their superior. You deserve to be treated with respect throughout the entire process and demand such.</p>
<p>Once you start talking to the financial agent you may find they have many options in place to help you. You are not the first person they’ve had who was in the position of possible foreclosure and you won’t be the last. Thinking about a short sale?  Visit <a href="http://www.shortsalesuperman.com">www.ShortSaleSuperMan.com</a> for information and articles on Chicago short sales.</p>
<p>I can help you short sale your property and get back on your feet. Send me an e-mail at <a href="mailto:myrealtorphil@gmail.com">myrealtorphil@gmail.com</a>. I will contact you for a free consultation.</p>
<p>When we talk, I will explain how the process works in detail and answer any questions you may have. Or, if you prefer, you can call me at (312) 953-6725</p>
<p>Discover how other sellers successfully completed a short sale and request a free consultation by <a href="http://philstopsforeclosure.info/short-sale.html">clicking here</a>.</p>
<p>Thinking about a loan modification? Our Chicago loan modification kit has the instructions you will need to get a loan modification approved with your bank. <a href="http://philstopsforeclosure.info/loan-modification-secrets.html">Click here to request a copy.</a></p>
<p>Thanks for reading this, Phil Buoscio.</p>
<p>Phil is a Real Estate Agent at Better Living Realty &#8211; Buoscio Brokerage, Inc.. Chicago Short Sales Realtor:</p>
<p>Phone: (312) 953-6725. <a href="mailto:myrealtorphil@gmail.com">myrealtorphil@gmail.com</a>.</p>
<p>View My homes for sale at <a href="http://betterlivingrealty.com">www.BetterLivingRealty.com</a>.</p>
<p>Phil Buoscio specializes in loan modifications and short sales in Chicago Illinois. Chicago Loan Modification Help. Chicago Short Sales. Chicago Short Sale Realtor. Chicago IL Short Sales. Chicago Realtor.</p>
<p>Copyright 2011 SFI Marketing Institute, LLC. All Rights Reserved.</p>
<p><span style="font-size: x-small;"><strong>Important Notice</strong></span></p>
<p><span style="font-size: xx-small;">Phil Buoscio, Better Living Realty &#8211; Buoscio Brokerage, Inc., and the Stop Foreclosure Institute are not affiliated in any way, shape, or form with the government. Our services have not been reviewed or endorse by the government or your lender. Most lenders willingly work with agents on short sales. Why?</span></p>
<p>Because most short sales are beneficial to a lender. If you accept our offer to help you on a short sale, your lender may not agree to a short sale or to modify your loan. We do offer a loan modification kit.</p>
<p>However, the likelihood of negotiating a modification is like everything else in life. It takes work and persistence to convince your lender to modify your loan. No matter what you or we do, your lender may not approve a loan modification.</p>
<p>We do not recommend that you stop paying your mortgage, because this will cause damage to your credit and could cause you to lose your home. Because we know avoiding foreclosure is so important to any homeowner, we recommend that you speak with the appropriate legal or tax advisor before making any decision.</p>
<p>This is not intended as legal, technical, or tax advice. Please speak with a licensed professional before making any decision. Information is deemed reliable but not guaranteed as of the date of writing.</p>
<p>You have the option to reject a short sale or loan modification from your lender if it does not meet your approval. If you decide not to go thru with the short sale, then you do not have to pay us our fee. We normally make a real estate sales commission for helping you on a short sale.</p>
<p>The views expressed here are Phil&#8217;s personal views and do not reflect the views of Better Living Realty &#8211; Buoscio Brokerage, Inc..</p>
<p>This information on Chicago Short Sales: Are you facing Foreclosure? is provided as a courtesy to our viewers to help them make informed decisions.</p>
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		<description><![CDATA[Chicago IL – We recently saw something positive on short sales with Bank of America. Bank of America recently sent out an email stating that you can now initiate the short sale process without a buyer. The agent can start the process and get things going before a buyer makes an offer to purchase the [...]]]></description>
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Chicago IL – We recently saw something positive on short sales with Bank of America. Bank of America recently sent out an email stating that you can now initiate the short sale process without a buyer.</p>
<p>The agent can start the process and get things going before a buyer makes an offer to purchase the property.</p>
<p><a href="http://philstopsforeclosure.info/short-sale.html">Click here to discover how other sellers successfully did a short sale and avoided foreclosure.</a></p>
<p><strong>This will help to reduce the short sale timeline. </strong>All of the documents will be submitted and if the negotiator needs anything else, they can request it earlier in the process.</p>
<p>This also allows Bank of America to contact the owner of the loan earlier. This is important as some loan owners can take a while to respond.</p>
<p>We think this is a good development that will make Bank of America short sales easier. It also shows that the lenders are working to make the process smoother and easier. Thinking about a short sale?  Visit the Chicago short sale expert at <a href="http://www.shortsalesuperman.com">www.ShortSaleSuperMan.com</a> for more information and hundreds of articles on Chicago short sales.</p>
<p>I can help you short sale your property and get back on your feet. Send me an e-mail at <a href="mailto:myrealtorphil@gmail.com">myrealtorphil@gmail.com</a>. I will contact you for a free consultation.</p>
<p>When we talk, I will explain how the process works in detail and answer any questions you may have. Or, if you prefer, you can call me at (312) 953-6725</p>
<p>Discover how other sellers successfully completed a short sale and request a free consultation by <a href="http://philstopsforeclosure.info/short-sale.html">clicking here</a>.</p>
<p>Thinking about a loan modification? Our Chicago loan modification kit has the instructions you will need to get a loan modification approved with your bank. <a href="http://philstopsforeclosure.info/loan-modification-secrets.html">Click here to request a copy.</a></p>
<p>Thanks for reading this, Phil Buoscio.</p>
<p>Phil is a Real Estate Agent at Better Living Realty &#8211; Buoscio Brokerage, Inc.. Chicago Short Sales Realtor:</p>
<p>Phone: (312) 953-6725. <a href="mailto:myrealtorphil@gmail.com">myrealtorphil@gmail.com</a>.</p>
<p>View My homes for sale at <a href="http://betterlivingrealty.com">www.BetterLivingRealty.com</a>.</p>
<p>Phil Buoscio specializes in loan modifications and short sales in Chicago Illinois. Chicago Loan Modification Help. Chicago Short Sales. Chicago Short Sale Realtor. Chicago IL Short Sales. Chicago Realtor.</p>
<p>Copyright 2011 SFI Marketing Institute, LLC. All Rights Reserved.</p>
<p><span style="font-size: x-small;"><strong>Important Notice</strong></span></p>
<p><span style="font-size: xx-small;">Phil Buoscio, Better Living Realty &#8211; Buoscio Brokerage, Inc., and the Stop Foreclosure Institute are not affiliated in any way, shape, or form with the government. Our services have not been reviewed or endorse by the government or your lender. Most lenders willingly work with agents on short sales. Why?</span></p>
<p>Because most short sales are beneficial to a lender. If you accept our offer to help you on a short sale, your lender may not agree to a short sale or to modify your loan. We do offer a loan modification kit.</p>
<p>However, the likelihood of negotiating a modification is like everything else in life. It takes work and persistence to convince your lender to modify your loan. No matter what you or we do, your lender may not approve a loan modification.</p>
<p>We do not recommend that you stop paying your mortgage, because this will cause damage to your credit and could cause you to lose your home. Because we know avoiding foreclosure is so important to any homeowner, we recommend that you speak with the appropriate legal or tax advisor before making any decision.</p>
<p>This is not intended as legal, technical, or tax advice. Please speak with a licensed professional before making any decision. Information is deemed reliable but not guaranteed as of the date of writing.</p>
<p>You have the option to reject a short sale or loan modification from your lender if it does not meet your approval. If you decide not to go thru with the short sale, then you do not have to pay us our fee. We normally make a real estate sales commission for helping you on a short sale.</p>
<p>The views expressed here are Phil&#8217;s personal views and do not reflect the views of Better Living Realty &#8211; Buoscio Brokerage, Inc..</p>
<p>This information on Chicago Short Sales Are Improving is provided as a courtesy to our viewers to help them make informed decisions.</p>
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