Wisconsin Foreclosure Law Center

Wisconsin Foreclosure Laws and Procedures

Learn how a Wisconsin foreclosure works, including preforeclosure steps, foreclosure procedures, and homeowners’ rights under both state and federal laws.

Deficiency Judgments After Foreclosure in Wisconsin

In Wisconsin, a foreclosing lender has the right to get a deficiency judgment against you. But it might have an incentive not to do so.

Wisconsin HOA and COA Foreclosures

If you fail to pay your HOA or COA assessments in Wisconsin, the association can get a lien on your property and might foreclose on your home.

What Happens If I Don't Pay Property Taxes in Wisconsin?

In Wisconsin, you could lose your home to the county if you don't pay your property taxes. The county will then eventually sell the home to a new owner.

Can You Get Your Home Back After a Wisconsin Foreclosure?

Wisconsin law doesn’t provide foreclosed homeowners with a post-sale right to redeem the home. But you can redeem before the sale happens.