Escrow & Title
In Tennessee, a 'short sale' occurs when:
AA property sells in less than 30 days
BA lender agrees to accept less than the full mortgage balance to release their lien, allowing the property to sell✓ Correct
CA property sells below the tax-assessed value
DA transaction closes in under 15 days
Explanation
A short sale occurs when a lender agrees to accept less than the full amount owed on the mortgage to facilitate a sale. The lender must approve the sale price and terms before closing.
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