California · Civil Code

CIV §1695.13: It is unlawful for any person to initiate, enter into, negotiate, or consummate any transaction involving residential real property in foreclosure, as defined in Section 1695.

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Prohibits transactions involving foreclosed residential property that take unconscionable advantage of the property owner. Establishes civil standards for real estate foreclosure transactions.

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It is unlawful for any person to initiate, enter into, negotiate, or consummate any transaction involving residential real property in foreclosure, as defined in Section 1695.1, if such person, by the terms of such transaction, takes unconscionable advantage of the property owner in foreclosure.

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