Short Sale Realtor in Tampa Bay
We help homeowners navigate complex short sales, negotiate with lenders, and find a path forward.
What is a Short Sale?
A short sale occurs when you sell your home for less than the remaining balance on your mortgage, and the lender agrees to accept that amount as full payoff. It's an alternative to foreclosure that can be less damaging to your credit.
Foreclosure
- ❌ Stays on credit for up to 7 years
- ❌ Severe impact on credit score
- ❌ Lender may seek deficiency judgments
- ❌ Publicly recorded process
Short Sale
- ✅ Often less severe impact on credit
- ✅ May buy another home much sooner
- ✅ Can negotiate away deficiency judgments
- ✅ Private, Realtor-managed process
As a licensed Realtor, Sean Tennant works closely with title companies and negotiators to manage the paperwork and communication with your bank. Please note: Short sales are subject to strict lender approval and are not guaranteed.