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I see a short sale condo on the MLS in my area for with an asking price of 18k.

If I buy it will I own the property out right or am I just paying 18k to take over the existing mortgage which has a greater balance than 18k??

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The bank wants 90% of FMV. The price they agree may be higher, or lower, than 18k. Sometimes the agent list them stupid low, or stupid high.

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