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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.

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DC Foreclosure Law

Washington DC Foreclosure Laws & Your Rights

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, and deficiency judgments are limited.

DC Foreclosure Process

1

Notice of Default & Mediation

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

Day 0-30
2

Foreclosure Complaint & Mediation

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

Months 1-9
3

Judgment & Sale

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

Month 9+

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
Your Options in DC

Ways to Save Your Home in DC

Mediation

The Saving D.C. Homes program provides free mediation sessions to negotiate a workable solution with your lender.

Loan Modification

Work with your lender through mediation to modify loan terms and lower monthly payments.

Housing Counseling

DC provides free certified housing counselors who guide you through the entire process.

Legal Defense

Challenge the foreclosure in DC Superior Court if the lender has procedural errors or violations.

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