Keep, Sell, or Rent During PCS When Equity Is Thin
Decision · Guide Military families hit with PCS orders and an underwater mortgage in Texas face three paths: keep the home, sell at a loss, or…
Short Sales articles
Behind on payments, underwater, or PCSing with a home that will not sell. What Texas homeowners in San Antonio, Austin, and Killeen need to know.
12 articles in Short Sales
Can You Sell a House If You Are Behind on Payments in Texas
Decision · Guide Texas homeowners behind on mortgage payments can still sell their property because missed payments do not strip legal ownership or the right to…
Texas Foreclosure Timeline: How Fast Can It Happen
Texas uses non-judicial foreclosure, which can move from the notice of intent to accelerate to a trustee sale in as few as 41 days under the…
Deficiency Judgments in Texas After a Short Sale or Foreclosure
Texas Property Code 51.003 governs deficiency judgments after foreclosure trustee sales. A lender has two years to pursue the difference between the fair market value and…
Short Sale Process in Texas: Step by Step
A short sale in Texas requires lender approval to sell for less than the mortgage balance. The process typically takes 60 to 120 days from listing…
How to Sell a House with Negative Equity in Texas
Texas homeowners who owe more than their home is worth have several paths: bring cash to closing, negotiate a short sale, pursue a deed in lieu,…
PCS with an Underwater Mortgage: Military Options in Texas
Military families PCSing from Texas with an underwater mortgage face a compressed timeline and limited options. This guide covers VA compromise sales, short sales, renting, and…
Short Sale vs Foreclosure in Texas: Which Is Better for You?
A short sale and a foreclosure both resolve a mortgage you cannot repay, but they differ in timeline, credit impact, and whether you control the process.…
Your Options When You Cant Afford to Sell Your Texas Home
Texas homeowners who owe more than their home is worth or cannot cover selling costs have several paths forward. This guide walks through short sales, deed…
VA Loan After a Previous Foreclosure or Short Sale in Texas
Definition · Guide Educational Notice: The Levi Rodgers Group provides real estate transaction services, not legal or tax advice. The information below is for general educational…
Selling a Home During a PCS With Little or No Equity
Process · Guide PCSing out of Texas with little or no equity doesn't mean you're trapped. Military homeowners typically face three paths: price aggressively to sell…
Short Sale Process Guide: How Short Sales Work in Texas
A step-by-step guide to the Texas short sale process for buyers and sellers. Covers timeline, costs, lender requirements, pre-approval strategy, and common mistakes that stall deals.
