State Guide · Michigan

Selling a commercial loan in Michigan

Michigan is a non-judicial foreclosure state. Foreclosure by advertisement reaches a sheriff's sale in a few months — but a statutory redemption period then follows. Michigan provides a post-sale redemption period — commonly six months (up to a year for larger or agricultural parcels, and as short as ~30 days if the property is abandoned). Because a lender absorbs carrying cost and risk for that entire period, a cash note sale today often beats carrying the credit through foreclosure.

Process

Foreclosure in Michigan

Michigan's foreclosure by advertisement reaches a sheriff's sale relatively quickly, but the borrower's statutory post-sale redemption — often six months — keeps the lender's outcome uncertain until it expires. That redemption overhang is exactly the timeline and risk a cash note sale eliminates.

Compare the foreclosure path to a cash sale with the loan-sale-vs-foreclosure calculator, using the timeline above.

Selling the note instead

A note sale transfers the loan to a buyer for cash, removing the timeline, the legal cost, and the risk of ending up as the owner of the property. Standing Bid Capital is a direct principal buyer of CRE loans, discounted payoffs, and REO — $250K–$25M, all-cash, no re-trade, confidential. Request a confidential review.

Common questions
How long does commercial foreclosure take in Michigan?

Foreclosure by advertisement reaches a sheriff's sale in a few months — but a statutory redemption period then follows. Timelines vary with the property, court or trustee schedule, and any borrower defenses; confirm with local counsel.

Can I sell a Michigan commercial loan that is in foreclosure?

Yes — a note can be sold at any stage; the buyer steps into the lender's position and continues or resolves the process. Send the current legal status with the loan tape.

Who buys commercial loans secured by Michigan property?

Standing Bid Capital buys nationwide, directly and all-cash, $250K–$25M. Request a confidential review.

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