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For those of you that haven’t had any dealings with a Short Sale, I would like to give you a Short explanation of the process!

Remember the bank is just the lender and the property owner still must sign any contracts for sale. Banks will only deal with the owner or an agent that the owner has designated in writing.

Although an owner can represent themselves in most cases it is a will qualified individual with short sale experience that work through the process with the lender.

This is typically what we do in addition to the sale of your property:

1. Write a letter to the bank explaining why you are requesting a short sale. This is referred to as the “Hardship Letter”.

2. Provide the “Letter of Authorization” giving us permission to negotiate with the bank on your behalf.

3. Provide the Listing Agreement, Property Listing and History of the marketing effort to sell the property.

4. Provide all documents relating to the Sales Contract offer to purchase.

5. Assemble all documentation needed to verify the availability of funds for the new buyer.

6. Provide all documentation needed for closing the loan. Including the Hud-1 closing statement.

7. Provide any other information the lender asks for.


Typically the bank does the following:

1. Collects all the information from the owner regarding the owner’s financial position.

2. Collects all required documentation.

3. Assigns the case to a bank negotiator.

4. Review the borrower’s assets.

5. Verifies the market value of the property.

6. Reviews and decides if the offer is acceptable.

7. Issues a letter of approval of the short sale.


Each situation is unique and the timing for a bank approval is usually around 90 days from submission of all documents.

Call us for a free no obligation assessment of your situation: 954-609-7777



Florida Realty Mgmt. Inc.
Homes for Sale in Fort Lauderdale and Miami
Address: 85 Isle Of Venice, Fort Lauderdale, FL 33301
Phone: 954-609-7777


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