Short Sale


Definition of "Short Sale"

Richard Wilson
  Century 21 Beggins

An agreement between a mortgage borrower in distress and the lender that allows the
borrower to sell the house and remit the proceeds to the lender. A short sale is an alternative to
foreclosure or a deed in lieu of foreclosure.


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