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Foreclosures, Tenants Rights and LemonLandlord.com

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Real Estate Agent with Realty Executives

Foreclosures are a huge part of the real estate market in Arizona. For some, foreclosures are an opportunity, for others, they are a nightmare. Over the past several months, I have had many conversations with people about what happens to a tenant when an owner loses the home. We have all heard the horror stories of people coming home to an eviction notice and the terrible situation it can put them through. The National Association of Realtors "supports programs to reduce the impact of foreclosure on communities." In fact, they have talked about tenants rights quite a bit this year. From a NAR article we learn:

 Under the new law, which went into effect on May 20th, tenants will have to receive 90-days notice prior to being evicted, when their rental home is foreclosed upon. In addition, tenants must be allowed to stay in the property through the end of their lease, with two exceptions: * The new owner wants to occupy the property as a personal residence, and * There is no lease (month to month), or there is a lease but state law allows the lease to be terminated at any time upon notice.

Unfortunately, not all people are aware of their rights. The fact is, most people would prefer to be notified prior to a notice being served.

After my friend Jeff called recently to ask me to look into a potential foreclosure situation for a friend of his, I called my friend, Bill Risser and also decided to meet with the guys at LemonLandlord.com to learn more about their service. Take a look at this video. If you have any questions... " Just Call Nick!"

You can also follow Bill on Twitter and follow along with Lemon Landlord there, as well.

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Nick Bastian is a Tempe real estate agent specializing in the South East Valley and can be reached at 602-803-6425

Nick also writes a "hyper-local" blog about the communities, events, businesses and homes near light rail in Phoenix, Tempe and in Mesa.
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Michael Wall
Woodridge Custom Builders LLC - Scottsdale, AZ

Nick,

I saw your Fox special and I definitely think you are on the right track!

Oct 04, 2009 10:47 AM
Nick Bastian
Realty Executives - Tempe, AZ
Real Estate Agent - Tempe

Hi Darolyn, I have seen your web site, you guys do some great work!

Thanks so much for stopping by!

Oct 04, 2009 12:23 PM
Ricky Khamis
EPiQ Lending - Gilbert, AZ
NMLS 173141 | CADOC 173141 - 602-758-7425

Nick this is an EXCELLENT post!!  I know SEVERAL people that this has happened too..

Oct 09, 2009 05:17 AM
Nick Bastian
Realty Executives - Tempe, AZ
Real Estate Agent - Tempe
Thanks Ricky! It is crazy ( and sad ) how common this has been. Lot's of interesting dynamics in todays real estate market...
Oct 09, 2009 05:56 AM
Gary Miljour
American Financial Network, Inc. NMLS#207208 - Southern Pines, NC
Mortgage Originator NMLS Licensed in AZ and NC

Nick,

Great Video Post,

Very informative. 

Oct 09, 2009 10:27 AM
Nick Bastian
Realty Executives - Tempe, AZ
Real Estate Agent - Tempe

Thanks Gary! I appreciate you stopping by.

Oct 09, 2009 04:04 PM