Ever wondered why it is called a short sale? Here's why.

Being in a tough financial situation means making hard decisions about what will be best for your long term financial outlook. Many people have found that a short sale is a great way to reduce the damage to their credit as well as minimize tax consequences.

There can be negative consequences of doing a short sale. In order to determine if this is the route you wish to go you need to weigh these consequences against your other possibilities, such as foreclosure or renting the property to tenants.

A Short Sale will damage your credit, but doesn't have to devastate it. Read some tips and tricks to keep your credit as clean as possible while short selling your home.

Think you may need to sell your home as a short sale? Get some information here to help you make your decision.

If your home is foreclosed upon or even if you sell it as a short sale, there are tax consequences. Of course, you will need to consult your accountant or CPA for specifics regarding your particular situation, but here is a run-down on what to expect.

The short sale process will vary depending on what type of loan you have. Knowing which process to use will save you much time and frustration.

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Now that you've decided to sell your home as a short sale, here's what you're in for. It is more complicated than a normal transaction, but with an experienced agent, it can be a smooth process.

You've heard that buying a short sale can be a really good deal. But how do you know whether purchasing a home being sold as a short sale is the right choice for you?

Buying a foreclosed home is a different experience than buying a "move-in ready" home or even than buying a short sale.

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