Conventional loans backed by Fannie Mae and Freddie Mac are generally not assumable, though exceptions may be allowed for adjustable-rate mortgages.
Risk of buyer default: If the buyer stops making payments, the seller faces the potentially lengthy and expensive process of foreclosure or repossession.
An assumption, in the context of commercial contracts, is a belief or statement accepted as true or as sure to happen, without proof. It's like a starting point in a contract that everyone agrees upon before they start discussing the details.
Assumption of liability refers to a situation where an individual or organization agrees to take on the legal responsibilities and risks associated with a certain action, transaction, or contract.
As of January 2025, there are no plans to forgive outstanding SBA EIDL loans.
A debt assumption involves two simultaneous transactions; the first transaction cancels the original debtor's obligation, and the second transaction creates a new debt contract between the creditor and the new debtor, or assumer.
Yes, for government-backed loans, but the buyer needs to meet the lender's standards.
The buyer default provision is a clause that outlines the specific circumstances under which a buyer can be deemed to be in default of the contract. These may include failure to provide the required deposit, failure to obtain financing, or any other material breach of the contract.
Can a Buyer Sue a Seller After Closing in Texas? Yes, you can still be sued for selling a house "as is" if you fail to disclose known material defects.