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Although Every case is different, below is a general timeline of foreclosure in New Jersey
- Default
- Notice of Intention to default
- Foreclosure Complaint Filed (Lis Pendens filed with county clerk)
- Complaint Served
- Contesting Chancery Court v. Non-Contesting (If Contesting Chancery Court – Court may find in favor of defendant)
- Notice of Entry of Final Judgement (Defendant can extend the timeline by providing a good faith statement)
- Final Judgement Writ of Execution (Right to cure ends right to redeem continues)
- Sheriff’s Sale Scheduled
- Homeowner Entitled to Two Judgments (Adjournment, plaintiff or defendant can request to delay Sheriff’s sale)
- Sheriff’s Sale
