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How long does it take to complete a short sale?


Varying from lender to lender, it can take two weeks or as long as 60 days to receive an approval of a short sale from a lender. Even with an approval, it may take 2-4 months for the home to be sold. During the short sale process, you are allowed to live in the home. It is imperative that the process gets started as soon as possible.


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