Washington DC Homeowners

Washington DC Foreclosure Assistance — Stop Foreclosure in DC

Washington DC requires judicial foreclosure with a mandatory mediation program. DC's Saving D.C. Homes from Foreclosure Program is one of the strongest in the nation. Free consultation.

Washington DC Foreclosure Laws

Washington DC requires judicial foreclosure with a mandatory mediation program. DC's Saving D.C. Homes from Foreclosure Program provides free mediation and housing counseling. The process takes 12+ months. Deficiency judgments are limited.

1

Notice of Default & Mediation

30-day notice of default. Mandatory mediation referral. Free housing counselor.

2

Foreclosure Complaint & Mediation

Lender files in DC Superior Court. Mandatory mediation continues. Multiple sessions.

3

Judgment & Sale

Court judgment if mediation fails. Auction held by trustee. Deficiency limited.

Washington DC Key Protections

  • Mandatory mediation — Saving D.C. Homes
  • Free housing counseling available
  • Strict judicial foreclosure only
  • Deficiency judgments limited
  • 12+ month timeline with mediation
  • One of strongest consumer programs