Anticipating the mortgage crisis and the challenges it would make for many homeowners, we committed to learning all we could about the options available for homeowners undergoing financial hardship. In 2009 I obtained the CDPE® designation – Certified Distressed Property Expert®. A CDPE® is a real estate professional with specific understanding of the complex issues confronting the real estate industry, and the foreclosure avoidance options available to homeowners. Through comprehensive training and experience, we are able to provide solutions for homeowners facing hardships in today’s market, specifically short sales.

The prospect of foreclosure can be financially and emotionally devastating, and often homeowners proceed without guidance of any kind. The CDPE Designation allows us to offer options so the homeowner in distress can decide the best course of action – and the first step is to speak with a well-informed, licensed real estate professional. We have the tools needed to help homeowners find the best solution for their situation. Often, when other options have been exhausted, we can help homeowners avoid foreclosure through the efficient execution of a short sale.

While enduring financial difficulties is challenging for any family, the process of finding a qualified real estate professional should not be. Selecting an agent with the CDPE Designation ensures you are dealing with a professional trained to address your specific needs. For more information, contact Mary at mmurphy@mcguire.com or 650.773.4999 for information on avoiding foreclosure.

As a CDPE Mary doesn’t merely assist in selling properties, she serves and helps save her clients in need. Go to www.avoidforeclosuresanmateo.com for more information on short sales and avoiding foreclosures.