The actual text of the press release is:
Bank of America has extended our review of foreclosure documents to all fifty states. We will stop foreclosure sales until our assessment has been satisfactorily completed. Our ongoing assessment shows the basis for our past foreclosure decisions is accurate. We continue to serve the interests of our customers, investors and communities. Providing solutions for distressed homeowners remains our primary focus.
The wording of their press release is interesting. It states that they will halt "foreclosure sales" until they've finalized their internal reviews... but it does not state anything about the REST of the foreclosure process. Will they continue all the steps PRIOR to the Sheriff's sale in Minnesota? (For an overview of the steps, view our Foreclosure Process Infographic).
Will other lenders follow suit? Let us know what you think in the comments.
We will continue to monitor the situation... and let our readers know of updates as they become available.
Struggling homeowners should be aware that this decision by Bank of America will NOT, ultimately, end their financial crisis. If you are struggling with payments - whether you are a Bank of America client or not, the best resource in Minnesota the MN Home Ownership Center's network of FREE Foreclosure Counselors. These counselors can work with you to find individualized solutions to YOUR personal mortgage crisis and answer questions about how foreclosure related policies and programs affect you. To find your closest counselor, click here.
UPDATE: We've received information from Bank of America... that specifically states that the ONLY part of the process that is halted is the actual sale date... and ONLY those sale dates that fall between October 9, 2010 and November 1, 2010:
First, I want to clarify that there is no moratorium in place. What we have done is postpone any scheduled foreclosure sales, that fall between 10/9 and 11/1 to a date after November 1st. This is to allow for additional time to complete necessary document reviews. All other foreclosure activity will continue as usual.
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