Author: jesseharp

  Filing for bankruptcy can feel like a storm has blown through your finances, but it doesn’t have to wash away the equity you’ve built in your home. If you need to free up cash, stop foreclosure, or reset your budget, you can sell your house—even while your case is still open. Below you’ll learn … Continued

If circumstances force you to sell your house due to foreclosure instead of waiting out a market turnaround for values to rise, you may feel backed into a corner. Being upside down on your mortgage—owing more than your home is worth—can feel like quicksand. With 3.4 % of Wisconsin mortgages now “seriously underwater” (one in … Continued

Feeling the pinch of late mortgage payments? Understanding the Difference Between Pre-Foreclosure and Foreclosure for Homeowners in Wisconsin is the first step to protecting your credit, your equity, and your peace of mind. In the next few minutes you’ll learn: What is Foreclosure? Foreclosure is the legal process that lets your lender repossess and sell … Continued

Milwaukee’s average home value hit $219,593 in May 2025, up 5.9 % year-over-yearzillow.com, yet foreclosure filings are also climbing nationwide—25,070 properties started the foreclosure process in March 2025, up 8 % YoYmecktimes.com. Whether you’re buying, selling, or investing, choosing the right path—traditional sale, short sale, or foreclosure—can mean the difference between profit and pain. Below, … Continued

If you’re feeling overwhelmed by the threat of foreclosure in Wisconsin, you’re certainly not alone. Life can take unexpected turns—such as job loss, medical bills, or divorce—that make it difficult to keep up with mortgage payments. Even so, it’s important to understand that the foreclosure process often moves at a slower pace than many people … Continued

Feeling the pressure of missed mortgage payments? You’re not alone. In 2024, Wisconsin logged one foreclosure for every 8,907 housing units, with Milwaukee County topping the state’s list for filings attomdata.com. The stakes are high: a completed foreclosure can stay on your credit report for seven years, shutting the door on future loans, rentals, and … Continued

Foreclosure rates across the U.S. crept higher again this spring, and Wisconsin—though not a national hotspot—saw fresh stress in key counties. For buyers, the shift hints at new bargains (and new risks). For homeowners, it signals tougher price competition and a ticking clock if finances are tight. In the next few minutes you’ll learn: Where … Continued

Owing more than your home’s market value—also called being “underwater” or having negative equity—can feel like you’re trapped in quicksand. In Q1 2025, 3.4 % of Wisconsin mortgages were seriously underwater (one in 29 loans), slightly above the national average of 2.8 % attomdata.com. If you’re a Wisconsin homeowner staring at a payoff that’s bigger … Continued

Foreclosure moves faster than most people expect, and every missed payment shortens the timeline. If you are worried about stopping the foreclosure process on your Wisconsin home, this guide walks you through proven strategies— from negotiating with your lender to selling fast for cash —so you can regain control before the bank takes over. You … Continued