Q: can I be sued today for a foreclosure that happened 10+ years ago?
A: In Florida, a foreclosure IS a lawsuit. It's possible that the creditor/ mortgagee might want to reopen that previous case for some reason. Otherwise, who would be suing you, and why?
A: I would need some more detail to give a good answer your question. When you say a foreclosure happened 10 years ago, do you mean that there was a final judgment and foreclosure sale? If the case came to conclusion 10 years ago, the time to pursue any deficiency claims would be expired. If the foreclosure 10 years ago was dismissed or never concluded, then, yes, the bank could still foreclose. If you have pending litigation against you, it is best to review your papers with an attorney before your 20 day time to answer expires. This way you can preserve your rights and determine your best options going forward. Best of Luck! Jennifer
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