If a house is in foreclosure and I spent the amount owed would I then own the house?

If a house is in foreclosure and I spent the amount owed would I then own the house?

December 30th, 2008 // 7:32 am @ admin

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jimoelfke asked:


If a house in NJ (not sure about other states but i live in NJ) is in a foreclosure listing, and I came in and paid the amount owed on this other house, would i then own that house?

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Category : Foreclosure Questions

2 Comments → “If a house is in foreclosure and I spent the amount owed would I then own the house?”


  1. eskimooinc.com

    1 year ago

    Only if the current title holder agreed! I’d seriously suggest getting an attorney involved to ensure you are actually buying the house, not just paying off someone elses debts….


  2. rhsaunders

    1 year ago

    This is a way to score if done properly. The key element is to get agreement from the lender for you to take over the property; modern loans have a due-on-sale clause that permits them to call the loan in if the property is sold to someone of whom they don’t approve. If the lender agrees, you can negotiate with the homeowner as to the terms of the sale, and if agreement is reached, you take over the house — and the mortgage.


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