Judicial v. Nonjudicial Foreclosure

The Difference Between a Judicial and Nonjudicial Foreclosure

Learn the basics about judicial and nonjudicial foreclosures.

Chart: Judicial v. Nonjudicial Foreclosures

Foreclosure works differently in different states.

Why Would a Lender Choose a Judicial Foreclosure Instead of a Nonjudicial Foreclosure?

In states that allow nonjudicial foreclosures, lenders sometimes, in some circumstances, decide to go through the courts instead. Find out why.

Will Your Foreclosure Take Place In or Out of Court?

In some states, foreclosures must go through court. In others, it can proceed out of court. Find out what happens in your state.

How Judicial Foreclosure Works

Learn the basics about judicial foreclosures.

How to Fight a Foreclosure in Court: Judicial Foreclosure

Here are the essentials to consider if you want to fight a judicial foreclosure.

Timeline for a Judicial Foreclosure

Learn the basic steps and timing in a judicial foreclosure.

Typical Judicial Foreclosure: Example

Learn the basic steps in a typical judicial foreclosure.

How Nonjudicial Foreclosures Work

Learn about nonjudicial foreclosure procedures.

How to Fight a Foreclosure in Court: Nonjudicial Foreclosure

To fight a nonjudicial foreclosure, you'll have to start a lawsuit.

State Law Determines Who Can Conduct Nonjudicial Foreclosures

Some states require that the foreclosing trustee be in-state.

Typical Nonjudicial Foreclosure: Example

Learn what happens in a typical nonjudicial foreclosure.

Timeline for a Nonjudicial Foreclosure

Nonjudicial  foreclosures  take place outside the court system, whi

Can I Get a Jury in My Foreclosure Case?

It's not likely that you’ll be entitled to a jury in your foreclosure case.