This ppt. will explain the basics involved in a short sale. Today, lenders are starting to put in place systems that will make the short sale process work smoother. This presentation covers what is generally involved.

This is FANTASTIC NEWS!!!  FINALLY, they are establishing minimum requirements on resolving the short sale procedural process.  Here is the link to the government news release:

https://www.hmpadmin.com/portal/docs/hamp_servicer/sd0909.pdf

Short Sales have been difficult to close, and these new measures are a huge step in the right direction. One major highlight: A lender must give a yes or no answer to an offer within 10 days. Also included: a moving allowance, incentives for sellers and lenders, commission rules, and a stipulation that releases sellers from debt liabilities.