HomeAdviceSellingDoes a quick sale have to be approved by the mortgage company?

Does a quick sale have to be approved by the mortgage company?

I'm relocating and need to sale my home quickly. I have a buyer that wants to just take over the note. Could we do a quick sale?

Asked by Pamela Phillips 773 viewsSelling05-01-2024

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Amanda Courtney

REP Realty Group · Fort Myers, FL

(13 reviews)
If you owe more than your home is worth or need lender concessions, yes the lender would need to approve a short sale. If you have equity and can pay off the loan in full, you can sell quickly without bank approval.
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11-03-2025··
Lisa And Greg Harris

eXp Realty, LLC · Columbia, SC

(42 reviews)
I would recommend reaching out to your mortgage company to see if this is an option within your loan. The challenge will be that they will need to qualify for the loan. You do not want to simply have them make payments, because you are still responsible for the mortgage. Also, talk to a local real estate closing attorney to help facilitate the details and be sure it is done legally, or it will come back with repercussions that will not be good!
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05-06-2024··
Kristina OwensNovice8 Answers
Kristina Owens

JLA · Baytown, TX

(2 reviews)
I recommend reaching out to your mortgage company and ask them what the options available to you would be. If they would allow them to assume your note they would need to be approved. Please note that does not cover any additional costs that would allow you to make a profit on your home. If they were going to pay additional costs to the current loan that would still be a separate loan or cash payment. Please also ensure all your paperwork is legally documented. I would recommend speaking to a real estate attorney or real estate agent that specializes in short sales.
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05-14-2024··
Cindy SharpNovice6 Answers
Cindy Sharp

KW Showcase Realty · Milford, MI

(8 reviews)
Most mortgages are not assumable so you will need to contact your lender in advance.
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07-01-2024··
Jennifer CartensenNovice5 Answers
Jennifer Cartensen

The Real Estate Agency · Germantown, TN

(125 reviews)
Do you mean a short sale? If so, yes.
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05-31-2024··
Joseph FerrerNovice4 Answers
Joseph Ferrer

LPT Realty · Houston, TX

(4 reviews)
Are you talking about loan assumption or a mortgage wrap/subject to ? If its a wrap, its advised to speak to attorney about it. If its an assumption, speak to your lender about it.
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06-12-2024··
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