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West Virginia Foreclosure FAQs

• Q: Does West Virginia Law Allow for a Redemption Period After a Foreclosure?
  A: No, there is no legal right of redemption for borrowers whose West Virginia property has been foreclosed. More
• Q: Where and When do Foreclosure Sales Take Place in West Virginia?
  A: West Virginia property foreclosures occur on the date, at the time and at the location set forth in the published Notice of Sale. More
• Q: What Public Notice Requirements are There for a Real Estate Foreclosure in West Virginia?
  A: Some West Virginia loan documents contain a power of sale that authorizes the lender to foreclose on a property without going to court. A power of sale may … More
• Q: Can a Lender Sue a Borrower for a Deficiency Judgment if the Lender is Still Owed Money After a Foreclosure Sale in West Virginia?
  A: No, deficiency judgments are not permitted in West Virginia. The lender may not sue the borrower for any money outstanding on the property loan after the … More
• Q: How Can a Lender Foreclose on a Property in West Virginia?
  A: Many West Virginia mortgages contain a power of sale clause which allows a lender to foreclose on a West Virginia property without court involvement if the borrower … More
• Q: How Long Does the Typical Foreclosure Process Take in West Virginia?
  A: A West Virginia foreclosure can take place in about 60 days if it occurs through the non judicial foreclosure process and is uncontested. If the borrower … More
• Q: Can I Keep My Home If I File Bankruptcy in West Virginia?
  A: West Virginia law allows homeowners a $25,000 homestead exemption for the equity that they hold in their home. That means that the first $25,000 worth of equity … More

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