How to Sell a House in Foreclosure in Florida – A Step-by-Step Guide

Facing foreclosure can be overwhelming—but it doesn’t mean you’re out of options. If you're in Florida and worried about losing your home, the good news is: you can still sell your house even during foreclosure—and potentially walk away with cash in hand.

In this guide, we’ll walk you through everything you need to know to make the right move before it’s too late.

What Foreclosure Means in Florida

In Florida, foreclosure is a legal process where a lender takes back property after the homeowner fails to make payments. It’s a judicial process, meaning it involves court filings and can take several months.

If you’ve missed payments, you’ll likely receive:

• A Notice of Default

• A Lis Pendens (legal notice of a pending foreclosure)

• Court summons or public auction notice

But here’s the key: until the court finalizes the foreclosure sale, you still own the property—and can sell it.

Can You Sell a Home in Foreclosure?

Yes. In fact, selling your home before the foreclosure auction can:

• Protect your credit

• Give you cash to restart

• Avoid legal fees and further debt

Many homeowners assume they’re “too far gone”—but if you act fast, there’s almost always a better solution than losing the house to the bank.

Florida Foreclosure Timeline

Here’s how it typically works:

1. Day 1: Missed mortgage payment

2. Day 45–60: You receive a notice from your lender

3. Day 90+: Lender files Lis Pendens with the court

4. 120–180 days: Foreclosure hearing & judgment

5. 180–220+ days: Public auction scheduled

This means you often have 4–6 months from the time you fall behind before the sale happens.

The earlier you act, the more control you keep.

Why Sell Your Home Before Foreclosure?

Selling your home during the foreclosure process offers several advantages:

✅ Avoid damage to your credit score

✅ Stop foreclosure dead in its tracks

✅ Walk away with equity or cash

✅ Take control of your situation

If you wait until the auction, the bank sells the home—and if there’s extra money, you may never even hear about it.

How Aventis Property Group Helps Florida Homeowners

At Aventis Property Group, we work directly with Florida homeowners who are facing foreclosure. We:

• Buy houses for cash—as-is

• Can close in as little as 7 days

• Handle paperwork and lender coordination

• Offer relocation support if needed

There are no agent fees, commissions, or repairs required. Just a clean break and a fresh start.

What Happens If You Do Nothing?

If you don’t act, here’s what happens:

• Your home goes to auction

• Your credit is severely damaged

• You may still owe money (called a deficiency judgment)

• You lose control and potential funds

Don't wait for someone else to decide your future.

Ready to Sell or Just Want to Talk Options?

Whether you’re in Orlando, Tampa, Miami, or anywhere in Florida—we’ve helped people just like you sell their homes during foreclosure and move forward with clarity and cash.

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There’s still time. Let’s make the most of it.