Stop Michigan Foreclosure

By now you know that one of the things we do is work with your bank to negotiate a discount (aka short sale) so your house can sell and you can get back better times as fast as possible (and also avoid a Michigan foreclosure).

There is a part of this equation that we don’t talk about much on this blog and that is the Realtor®.

Most Realtors® do not know how to successfully negotiate a short sale. They might think they do, but they don’t. We know because Joel has State-approved course that teaches them how to do it. Of course after only 3 hours of training, they’ve got far to go to become affective. They simply fall into the many traps that are out there for the inexperienced.

Did you know that we have 3 ways we work with a Realtors®?

If you have your house listed, have your Realtor give us a call to see how we can help. However, if the Realtor® has already messed things up with the bank, we won’t take your case on so the sooner we talk to him/her the better.

Here is a testimonial we received from a Realtor® after a recent closing. I thought it was important for you to know that the Realtor® wins in their interactions with us just like you do.

“I had very limited success with short sales and had decided not to list them anymore. Then some of my friends found themselves in a foreclosure situation. They were despondent and ready to give up, so I reluctantly agreed to list their home. After several months of getting nowhere with the bank, I hooked up with Great Lakes Home Solutions.

Within days they had negotiated terms with the first and second mortgage banks and had a green light to sell the home at a very reasonable price. I ended up bringing the buyer in and we closed within one month of sending my buyer’s offer to them.

Free of the home that they could not afford, and with a statement showing zero debt owed to the bank, the sellers have gone from depressed to excited about the future.

Everyone on the team is very professional and they show genuine concern for the people they work with. They are a true pleasure to deal with and have filled a gap in my real estate career by enabling me to deal effectively with short sale clients. I now look forward to short sale listings!”

Curt Hausser, Appleland Realty

Ann

Within the last week, we closed on two different houses and my team made $181,000 of debt disappear between both of them. How is this done? This is done with a short sale. Don’t know what a short sale is? Well you can search this blog to learn more, or just give us a call. We’re really good at them though, based on all of the testimonials you’ll find here and here. Oh, and here’s two more!

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We were in despair just a couple months ago and today we’re closing after they wiped out over $70,000 worth of debt.

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“During my divorce proceedings in 2008 my home went into foreclosure.  Desperate, I went to the Internet looking for a solution.  I came across Great Lakes Home Solutions and gave them a call.  Joel assured me that he would have a better chance of getting my house sold than what I tried in the past.  My biggest worry was what I might still owe the bank after the sale.  He assured me that he would work hard to ensure there would be no balance.   This team of experts got my home sold with full satisfaction of the loan!  I started with $315,000 of debt.  After selling the house for $204,000, he totally eliminated the balance of $111,000.  It was wiped out…gone!”

“When signing the final papers for the sale, I felt like the weight of the world had been lifted from my shoulders!  I could finally begin to rebuild my life, and my credit.  Thanks to Great Lakes Home Solutions for giving me back the confidence and sense of security I need.  This company has truly been a blessing for me and can be a blessing for you, too!”
Jeffrey, Benton Harbor, Michigan

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Joel

Within the last 3 weeks, we closed on three different houses and my team made $257,000 of debt disappear between all of them. How is this done? This is done with a short sale. Don’t know what a short sale is? Well you can search this blog to learn more, or just give us a call. We’re really good at them though, based on all of the testimonials you’ll find here and here. Oh, and here’s three more!

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Big Problem, Tenant Trashes House, Can’t Sell, Can’t Make Repairs.  Result? Sold, Closed (with Short Sale forgiving $99,000 of debt) within 2 months.  Listen to Carol’s Story (from Kalamazoo, Michigan) – it’s Amazing!

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“In regards to our need of facing foreclosure, we were rescued by Joel Zieve and his staff to not only protect our family but also provide the greatest service in assisting us to settle a debt exceeding $75,000.00. Without [them], we would be in dire straits with nowhere to turn but face foreclosure. It is my sincere recommendation that if anyone faces a similar situation as our family, you would immediately contact Great Lakes Home Solutions. I am 100% confident you will feel as fortunate as our family is.” William and Kristin, Hudsonville, Michigan

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“In working with Great Lakes Home Solutions, I found the staff to be informative and helpful in my situation. During a difficult time, Great Lakes Home Solutions was able to sell my home and relieve me of an $83,000 debt. They were truly the avenue to an answered prayer.” Cynthia, Grand Rapids

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Joel

Although I don’t go to the closings after successfully getting families out of their Michigan foreclosure, I do get to transcribe audio testimonials (here and here) from people that we have helped. As I’m listening to the audio and typing, I begin to realize that I have a smile on my face.

The sound of their voices, telling how happy they are, how relieved they are that they got help when they felt there was no help to be found, and how grateful they are for being treated with respect while going through a very tough chapter in their lives, really makes me happy for them.

If you are going through foreclosure, or think you may in the near future, I urge you to call us. We never ask for money from you, and we can “throw you a rope” when you feel like you’re drowning.

Listen to our (here and here), and give it some serious thought. You won’t be disappointed.

Emily

Last week, we closed on two different houses and my team made $169,000 of debt disappear between both of them. How is this done? This is done with a short sale. Don’t know what a short sale is? Well you can search this blog to learn more, or just give us a call. We’re really good at them though based on all of the testimonials you’ll find here and here. Oh, and here’s two more!

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“I found myself, like a lot of other homeowners, owing on my mortgage a payment I could not afford. On top of that, I relocated to the other side of the state for a new job. Paying both a mortgage payment on a house that was vacant along with rent at my new place just became a huge burden on my life. With the help of Joel and the Great Lakes Home Solutions Team, they were able to sell a house that I had for sale on the market for over a year with no offers, in just 3 months! They were able to wipe out over $64K in debt to my mortgage companies. This is something that I couldn’t imagine. From the bottom of my heart I truly thank them for all they did and would highly recommend their services to anyone. Thanks again!” Michael, Sterling Heights, Michigan

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“The entire Great Lakes team has been wonderful to work with, providing excellent customer service and thorough knowledge and understanding of my individual needs in terms of financial hardship. Without the diligent efforts of Joel, Ann & Emily, I would have had to file bankruptcy. Instead, my house sold and I was able to walk away from $105,000 of debt.”  Cari, Galesburg, MI

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Joel

It’s a total thrill to be sitting at a closing table with a family who’s had a major financial hardship and to show them that our team managed to make $86,000 of debt completely disappear. This is a normal occurrence for us and we were fortunate enough to catch this one on audio for you.

Just click the play button below.

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