Archive for 'legal standing' Category
Jan 21, 2026

In the battle between the foreclosure attorney for the Homeowners vs the servicer many believe the courtroom is neutral. It isn’t. The foreclosure attorney for homeowners vs servicer law firms are not playing on an even field. In foreclosure litigation, there are two very different worlds colliding: This imbalance is one of the biggest hidden […]

Jan 13, 2026

Most homeowners are never told this: Banks do not have unlimited time to foreclose. Every foreclosure case—judicial or non-judicial—is governed by a statute of limitations. That statute sets a deadline. Miss it, and the right to foreclose can be lost. Yet servicers routinely pretend the clock never started, was magically reset, or doesn’t apply to […]

Jan 2, 2026

By Donna Steenkamp One of the most common claims made in foreclosure cases is simple and dangerous: “We have the original note.” Judges hear it. Lawyers repeat it. Homeowners are told it ends the case. It doesn’t. That statement hides critical facts, ignores how modern mortgage transactions actually work, and often masks a complete failure […]

Dec 10, 2025

If you’re behind on your mortgage or already facing foreclosure, it can feel like the bank holds all the power. But the truth is this: You still have rights. And you have more options than the servicer wants you to believe. This guide explains your strongest foreclosure defense strategies in 2025 — and how to […]

Dec 2, 2025

Introduction: You Have More Power Than You Think Most homeowners believe foreclosure is automatic once the bank starts the process. That’s exactly what the servicer wants you to think — because fear makes you easy to control. The truth? Foreclosure can be challenged. You still have rights. And with the right defense strategy, you can […]

Nov 19, 2025

Homeowners in trouble often feel forced into a corner: either try a loan modification or let the bank take the home. But these two paths couldn’t be more different. This post is designed to help you understand your options and the importance of available defenses to stop foreclosure and save your home. Still, the right […]

Oct 28, 2025

Why Ownership of the Loan Matters If the plaintiff doesn’t own your debt, they can’t foreclose. How Loan Ownership Gets Lost Loans are sold multiple times. Paperwork often doesn’t match reality. FOCUS ON THE CHAIN OF ASSIGNMENTS “FILED AND RECORDED” IN THE PUBLIC RECORDS REVIEW PLAINTIFFS’ ALLEGATIONS IN THE FORECLOSURE COMPLAINT WHICH RELY ON SPECIFIC […]

Oct 7, 2025

We see so many clients come to us after failing in court that we thought it important to share exactly which battles are important to fight in Foreclosure and which ones to skip. After 20+ years of doing this nationwide who better than us to share with you some of the mistakes we see. Which […]

Sep 30, 2025

By Donna Steenkamp, Head of Research/Quiet Title Expert  Living Lies/Defend the Foreclosure Here’s how to win your Foreclosure defense case with Quiet Title Actions. Many homeowners are shocked to find that when they fight foreclosure, the court accepts a note with an “in-blank” endorsement (basically, a rubber stamp without a name or date) as proof […]

Sep 24, 2025

The reality of Judicial bias in the courts Judges display a tremendous amount of court bias against homeowners in foreclosure cases. Especially when they are representing themselves. They often trust banks more than homeowners. That doesn’t mean you can’t win. Strategies to Overcome Judicial Bias in the courts – Stick to facts, not emotion.– Demand […]