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Due-On-Sale Clause

One thing to be aware of when buying a property Sub2 is the Due-On-Sale clause. Most mortgages have a due-on-sale clause that states the balance of the loan is due if the property is sold. Normally, this would mean the seller has to payoff the loan when the property is sold. However, banks rarely enforce this clause. As long as the mortgage is still being payed, the banks are usually happy. Remember: banks don’t want homes to go to foreclosure, as they are not in the business of buying/selling real estate. So, while you need to be aware of the Due-On-Sale clause, it usually isn’t an issue.