Property Ownership
In West Virginia, a buyer who purchases property at a foreclosure sale and later discovers the foreclosure was defective may:
ANever challenge the foreclosure sale after purchasing at auction
BSeek to have the foreclosure sale voided and recover their purchase price✓ Correct
COnly challenge the sale if they paid more than fair market value
DHave no recourse since foreclosure sales are always final
Explanation
If a foreclosure sale was conducted with procedural defects (improper notice, failure to follow required procedures), the sale may be challenged and voided by a court. A buyer at a defective foreclosure sale may be able to recover their purchase price if the sale is voided.
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