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Foreclosure activity in Maryland

Foreclosure rates reached an all time low in Maryland in 2005. There was a surge in career opportunities, which led to many people getting good jobs. Good jobs meant that homeowners were able to pay back their loans. Only a few defaulted and hence, a low foreclosure rate in Maryland. But this doesn't mean that you can't purchase Maryland foreclosures for sale. There is an inventory of Maryland foreclosed homes from the last couple of years and their details are normally advertised on various real estate or foreclosure lists. A bank foreclosure is a home for which the bank had given a loan to the homeowner. When a homeowner defaults on the loan or fails to pay three consecutive installments then the home goes into a state of foreclosure. Finally, the lender auctions it to people who are willing to buy. Of course, the good part is that Maryland home foreclosures are offered at a discounted price so that the lenders can get something back to cover their losses.

Sometimes, you can find a home in great condition and sometimes you can find a home that needs some small repairs or paintwork. If you are buying a home that needs small repair work then first be sure that the discounted cost of the home plus the cost of the repairs should not be more than the actual cost of the home. Secondly, always try to avoid homes that need repair. Such bank foreclosures in Maryland are good for investors who can buy at a discount and sell at a profit. How can investors do that? They can do it because after repairs and paint, the foreclosure homes in Maryland will look as good as new and the equity of the home will also increase. At the end of the day, investors can sell it for a higher price making good profit.

The best way to get details on such homes is with the help of Maryland foreclosure listings. These lists are comprehensive and updated regularly with details of the space inside and outside the house, the locality, the color, and even an image of the house.

Maryland Market

Last year, around the month of August, Maryland had 385 homes go into foreclosure. This was a 17% increase and this also increased the number of Maryland bank foreclosures.

The cost of living in Maryland is higher in some counties and lower than the national average in other counties. The cost is higher in the urban areas and relatively low in rural areas or small towns. The cost of living on the eastern shore of Maryland is closer to the national average. You can always choose your area based on your financial status. If you have a great or high paying job and can afford the higher cost of living then you can opt for Maryland foreclosure homes in a metropolitan.