If I rent a home that is in pre-forclosure, can my landlord still legally collect rent?
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If I rent a home that is in pre-forclosure, can my landlord still legally collect rent?
Asked on December 24, 2012 under Real Estate Law, Florida
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SJZ, Member, New York Bar / FreeAdvice Contributing Attorney
Answered 11 years ago | Contributor
Yes, you must still pay rent in pre-foreclosure. That is because the home is actually foreclosed upon, your landlord is still the home's owner and still has the ability to grant you possession of the home--that is, until the foreclosure actually occurs, your landlord is still your landlord.
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