When a property is sold at a foreclosure or tax sale and generates surplus funds , those excess proceeds rightfully belong to the former...

When a loved one passes away without a will—what’s legally called dying intestate —the process of handling their estate can feel...

After a foreclosure sale, any remaining equity—called surplus funds —may be available to the previous homeowner or their heirs. But if...

If you’re serving as the executor or administrator of a deceased person’s estate, your role involves much more than just organizing...

When a loved one passes away and their property is sold through tax foreclosure or mortgage foreclosure, it’s possible that the sale...

When a property is sold at a foreclosure or tax sale and the sale price exceeds what’s owed, the extra amount—known as surplus funds...

If you’ve lost your property to foreclosure or a tax sale, you may be entitled to surplus funds —the leftover money after the debts on...

If you’ve recently lost a property to foreclosure or a tax sale and discovered that surplus funds may be owed to you, it’s only a matter...

In a major victory for property owners across the United States, the U.S. Supreme Court ruled in Tyler v. Hennepin County (2023)  that...

The landscape of tax foreclosure surplus funds is constantly evolving—and 2025 is no exception. As state laws tighten, claim deadlines...

Divorce can be a complicated process, especially when it comes to dividing assets like a home. But what happens if the property is...

If you've lost your home to foreclosure or a tax sale and have since moved to another state, you may be wondering: Can I still claim...

When a home is sold at a foreclosure auction , there are times when the winning bid exceeds  the amount owed on the mortgage. The extra...

When a property is sold at a tax foreclosure auction for more than the amount owed in back taxes, the extra money—known as tax sale...

The Homestead Exemption is a powerful tool that helps homeowners protect their property and reduce their tax burden. However, many...

If you’ve lost your home to foreclosure, you might be entitled to surplus funds —the extra money left after the foreclosure sale once...

The Homestead Exemption can provide critical financial relief and protect your home equity, but applying for it requires attention to...

Surplus funds from foreclosure sales can be a financial lifeline for homeowners, but unfortunately, they also attract scams and predatory...

The Homestead Exemption is a powerful tool for protecting your home equity, but its rules vary widely across the United States. Knowing...

When it comes to recovering surplus funds from a foreclosure sale, homeowners often face a range of challenges, from complex legal...