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Bankruptcy

Fannie Mae

Updated 10-31-2026

Bankruptcy

A legal proceeding in federal court in which a debtor seeks to restructure their obligations to creditors pursuant to the Bankruptcy Code. This generally affects the borrower's personal liability for a mortgage debt, but not the lien securing the mortgage.

Fannie Mae Glossary of Terms

Fannie Mae · p. 4

FreddieMac

Updated 10-31-2026

Bankruptcy

Legally declared unable to pay your debts. Bankruptcy can severely impact your credit and your ability to borrow money.

FreddieMac Glossary

FreddieMac · p. 3

FTC

Updated 10-31-2026

Bankruptcy

Legally declared unable to pay your debts. Bankruptcy can severely impact your credit and your ability to borrow money.

FTC Real Estate Terms

FTC · p. 2

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