Loves Park, IL asked in Bankruptcy, Consumer Law, Family Law and Foreclosure for Illinois

Q: How long do I have to get out of my home after I file bankruptcy and give the state my home.

2 Lawyer Answers
Doug Allen Bernacchi
Doug Allen Bernacchi
Answered
  • Bankruptcy Lawyer
  • Michigan City, IN

A: Until you get evicted...that is the simple answer.

Ray Choudhry
Ray Choudhry
Answered
  • Bankruptcy Lawyer
  • Moline, IL
  • Licensed in Illinois

A: Foreclosure is a long drawn out process.

You don't have to leave until the house is sold at auction and the Sheriff gives a deed to the new buyer (which often is the lender).

If you file an appearance in the foreclosure case (pay money to the Clerk of Court and send a copy to the lender's attorney), then you will be notified of everything the lawyer does in the foreclosure case and you can stay on top of it.

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