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FORECLOSURE BY SALE STANDING ORDERS

JD-CV-79 Rev. 10-10

June Special Session, Public Act No. 10-1

STATE OF CONNECTICUT

SUPERIOR COURT

www.jud.ct.gov

Uniform Standing Orders for Foreclosure by Sale
Unless otherwise ordered by the Court, these are the Standing Orders for Foreclosures by Sale:

  1. The committee will be appointed by the court from a list of approved attorneys maintained by the clerk's office. A committee shall only be appointed in the Judicial District where the attorney's main office is located.
  2. Within 10 days following the entry of judgment of foreclosure by sale, the plaintiff must send a letter by certified mail, return receipt requested, and by regular mail, to all nonappearing defendant owners of the equity and a copy of the notice must be sent to the clerk's office and the committee. The letter must contain the following information: a.) the letter is being sent by order of the Superior Court; b.) terms of the judgment of foreclosure by sale; c.) the nonappearing defendant owner(s) of the equity risk the loss of the equity if they do not take steps to protect that equity and the owner (s) should check with the Clerk of the Court after the sale to learn if there may be any money that is distributable to them; d.) the nonappearing defendant owner(s) should either file an individual appearance or have counsel file an appearance in order to protect their interest in the equity. The plaintiff must file the return receipt with the Court. No sale will be approved or funds disbursed without proof of mailing.
  3. Except for filing an appearance the committee must not incur committee fees or expenses until 45 days (the "bar date") before the sale.
  4. The committee must adhere to the guidelines in the Uniform Procedures for Foreclosure by Sale Matters (JD-CV-81) and must use court approved forms where applicable.
  5. Following the bar date, the committee must get a full title search of the premises. The fee must not exceed $225.00. The committee may not personally perform the title search.
  6. At the time of judgment, a disinterested appraiser (that is, other than the plaintiff's appraiser) will be appointed by the Court and will, under oath, appraise the property and file the appraisal with the Clerk of the Court at least 10 (ten) days prior to the sale. The committee must communicate with the appraiser to make sure that the return of appraisal is filed with the Court as ordered.
  7. The sale will take place at 12:00 noon on the premises.
  8. The inspection of the premises must be from 10:00 a.m. to 12:00 noon on the date of sale.
  9. The deposit is 10% of the fair market value as found by the Court and is waived for the plaintiff. The deposit is to be paid by either bank or certified check. The committee must collect all deposit instruments from potential bidders at the time the bidders register to bid.
  10. Any Court-ordered advertisement must be posted on the Judicial Branch website through the Foreclosure Ad Posting program available to the Committees through E-Services. The Committee must post the ad on the judicial website after the bar date, with the notice to run from ten (10) days after the bar date until the day after the sale date. In addition, an advertisement must be placed in a newspaper on two (2) separate dates in accordance with the list of newspapers and publication dates below, unless otherwise ordered by the court. The newspaper ad (example below) should specify only the docket number, case name, property address, property type, date of sale, committee's name and phone number and a directive to see foreclosure sales on the Judicial Branch website, www.jud.ct.gov for more details.

Format for newspaper advertisement:

LEGAL NOTICE

FORECLOSURE AUCTION SALE

Docket No. CV-- Case Name:

Property Address:

Property Type: (Residential or Commercial or Vacant Land)

Date of Sale:

Committee Name:

Committee Phone Number:

See Foreclosure Sales at www.jud.ct.gov for more detailed information

  1. The sign must be placed on the premises not less than 20 nor more than 30 days prior to the sale. The committee is not required to place a sign where the property is a condominium or cooperative, unless the property is a stand alone building unit in a common interest community.
  2. The size of the sign must be 3 feet wide and 2 feet high and must contain the following statement:
    DO NOT REMOVE; VIOLATION SUBJECT TO PUNISHMENT BY THE COURT.
  3. The cost of the sign must not exceed the amount authorized by the Court including preparation, erection and photographing for inclusion in the committee report.
  4. The committee is authorized to replace the sign once without Court approval, provided the sign can be erected at least ten days before the sale. The committee may not personally erect the sign.
  5. The committee must obtain liability insurance for the date of the sale in the amount of $1,000,000. The premium must not exceed $250.00.
  6. At the request of the plaintiff, the committee must provide the plaintiff with the committee's estimated fees and costs no later than 2 (two) business days after the request.
  7. The plaintiff may bid at the foreclosure sale by attending the sale or by sending a bid to the committee by facsimile transmission or e-mail transmission on the Court approved form. The plaintiff's written bid must be received by the committee's office no later than 2:00 p.m. on the Friday before the sale date, or at such other time as is agreed to between the plaintiff's attorney and the committee. The plaintiff must obtain and retain a confirmation report of the facsimile transmission from its facsimile machine or a return receipt of the e-mail. The committee must notify the plaintiff's attorney by return facsimile or e-mail promptly, but no later than 4:00 p.m. on the Friday before the sale date, that the committee received the bid or at such other time as is agreed to between the plaintiff's attorney and the committee. The committee must obtain and keep a confirmation report of the facsimile transmission from its facsimile machine or a return receipt of the e-mail. Failure of the committee to confirm receipt of the bid will not affect the validity of the plaintiff's written bid. Unless authorized by the plaintiff, the committee must not disclose plaintiff's written bid before announcing it at the commencement of bidding, except to an employee or attorney in practice with the committee if necessary for the committee to fulfill its duties. The plaintiff may withdraw or change its bid before the opening of bidding by attending the foreclosure sale in person, by the plaintiff's attorney or by a duly authorized agent, and notifying the committee of the withdrawn or changed bid. Nothing in these standing orders precludes the plaintiff or the plaintiff's attorney or authorized agent from appearing in person or from participating in the bidding process. The plaintiff's written bid will be deemed to be the first bid made at the foreclosure sale and the committee must register the plaintiff at the foreclosure sale as Bidder No.1, must announce the plaintiff's bid at the commencement of the bidding, and must record the plaintiff's written bid as the first bid.
  8. If the sale is cancelled for any reason after publication or erection of the sign, the committee must post a written announcement of cancellation on the premises on the date of the sale. On the date of the cancelled sale, the committee must be at the premises from 10:00 a.m. until a reasonable period of time has elapsed.
  9. If the committee receives notice of bankruptcy, the plaintiff's attorney must be promptly notified.
  10. The high bidder/purchaser must close no sooner than 21 days but no later than 30 days from the date of notice of the Court's approval of the committee sale. The deposit may be forfeited if the purchaser does not close within 30 days of the notice of approval of the committee sale. At the closing, the successful bidder shall provide the Committee with a certified or bank check payable to the Clerk of the Superior Court, for the balance of the purchase price. The successful bidder must record the committee deed within 30 days of the closing.
  11. The committee must file a return of sale within 14 days from the date of the closing.
  12. The sale is subject to any and all liens choate and inchoate which are prior in right to the encumbrance being foreclosed.
  13. A motion for supplemental judgment should be filed with the court as soon as possible after the committee conducts the closing. The motion for supplemental judgment must be filed even if the plaintiff is the successful bidder and no money will be paid into court. A copy of the original note should be submitted along with the motion. The motion should request payment for all parties that may be eligible for payment upon disbursement of the proceeds of sale and include an affidavit of debt for each eligible party. The plaintiff's affidavit of debt should include the annual and daily rate of interest, the amount of the interest, the number of days and the dates used to calculate the interest period (date of entry of the judgment of foreclosure by sale to the date of disbursement, which includes the 20-day appeal period), principal amount of the debt, date of the committee's conveyance, insurance premium amount, if any, and dates of coverage with documentation, amount of any taxes paid and term covered with documentation, amounts claimed for property preservation with documentation. A proposed supplemental judgment which includes the actual addresses of all parties listed in the complaint should be attached to the motion and also forwarded to the court clerk by e-mail to allow the court to make any necessary corrections. Debt calculations may not include credit line maintenance, broker price opinions, real estate taxes after the committee conveyance or insurance premiums after the committee conveyance.

By Order of the Court

, J.

The Judicial Branch of the State of Connecticut complies with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA). If you need a reasonable accommodation in accordance with the ADA, contact a court clerk or an ADA contact person listed at www.jud.ct.gov/ADA/

Unless otherwise ordered by the court:

JUDICIAL DISTRICT NEWSPAPER PUBLICATION DATES
Ansonia-Milford Connecticut Post For Oxford & Shelton properties only, the two Saturdays prior to the Sale Date
Ansonia-Milford Waterbury Republican-American For Beacon Falls properties only, the two Sundays prior to the Sale Date
Ansonia-Milford New Haven Register For all other Ansonia-Milford JD properties, the two Sundays prior to Sale Date
Danbury Danbury News Times The two Fridays prior to Sale Date
Fairfield Connecticut Post The two Saturdays prior to Sale Date
Hartford Hartford Courant The two Sundays prior to Sale Date
Litchfield Litchfield County Times As specified by the court
Middlesex Middletown Press The Saturday three weeks prior to the Sale Date and the Saturday one week prior to the Sale Date
New Britain The Bristol Press, The Hartford
Courant or New Britain Herald		 As specified by the court
New Haven Meriden Record-Journal For Meriden properties only, the Sunday prior to the Sale Date and the Wednesday prior to the Sunday
New Haven New Haven Register For all other New Haven JD properties, the Sunday prior to the Sale Date and the Wednesday prior to the Sunday
New London New London Day & Norwich Bulletin Norwich Bulletin the Saturday two weeks before Sale Date and the New London Day the Saturday one week before the Sale Date
Stamford Greenwich Time For Greenwich properties only, the two Fridays prior to the Sale Date
Stamford Norwalk Hour For Norwalk, Weston, Westport and Wilton properties only, the two Fridays prior to the Sale Date
Stamford Stamford Advocate For all other Stamford JD properties, the two Fridays prior to the Sale Date
Tolland Hartford Courant The two Sundays prior to Sale Date
Waterbury Waterbury Republican-American The two Sundays prior to Sale Date
Windham Norwich Bulletin, and as below
Shopper's Guide		 For Eastford, Pomfret, Putnam, Thompson and Woodstock properties only, during the week prior to the Sale Date
Turnpike Buyer For Brooklyn, Canterbury, Killingly, Plainfield, Sterling properties only, during the week prior to the Sale Date
Willimantic Chronicle For Chaplin, Hampton, Scotland and Windham properties only, during the week prior to the Sale Date

JD-CV-79 Rev. 10-10

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What a Foreclosure by Sale Is and how it functions

A Foreclosure by Sale is a judicial or nonjudicial process by which a secured creditor enforces its security interest in real property by selling the collateral at public auction. The document set initiating the sale typically includes a notice of default, notice of sale, affidavit of service, and trustee's deed or sheriff's deed following the auction. State law determines whether the proceeding is judicial or nonjudicial, the required notices, timelines, and any redemption rights. Electronic signatures and electronic records may be used where not expressly excluded by statute, subject to ESIGN (15 U.S.C. §7001) and applicable state rules.

Why a clear Foreclosure by Sale document matters

Clear, complete foreclosure-by-sale documents reduce legal risk, improve enforceability, and ensure required notices meet state statutory timelines and service rules.

Why a clear Foreclosure by Sale document matters

Who typically prepares and relies on Foreclosure by Sale documents

Several parties prepare, deliver, or act on foreclosure-by-sale paperwork; correct completion is important for lenders, trustees, and borrowers.

  • Lenders and servicers who hold the mortgage or deed of trust, responsible for initiating default remedies and calculating amounts due.
  • Trustees or sheriffs who administer nonjudicial trustee sales or execute judicial sale orders and prepare sale instruments.
  • Title companies and closing agents that prepare deeds, verify chain-of-title, and produce post-sale closing records.

Primary signers and authorities

Trustee — Title Officer

The trustee or designated title officer executes notices of sale and trustee's deed following the auction. They must follow the trust instrument and state statutory timelines; errors in trustee execution can render a sale voidable and create exposure for rescission and damages.

Borrower — Property Owner

The borrower is the recipient of notices and has any statutory redemption rights. Accurate borrower identification and proof of service are essential; improper notice or service can delay sale or result in post-sale litigation.

Essential data elements to include

Borrower Name: Exact legal name
Property Address: Full street address
Legal Description: Lot and parcel text
Loan Balance: Amount due
Notice Dates: Default and sale dates
Trustee Identity: Name and contact

Core components of a professional Foreclosure by Sale package

A complete foreclosure-by-sale packet combines substantive, procedural, and evidentiary items so a sale satisfies statutory requirements and produces transferable title.

Notice of Default

Describes breach, cure amount, and demand for payment; must match loan records and state notice format to preserve enforcement rights and statutory timelines.

Notice of Sale

Specifies auction date, time, and location with required publication and posting instructions per state law; accuracy here is critical to avoid voidable sales.

Affidavit of Service

Documenting personal service, mailed notice, or publication steps; the affidavit provides proof required by courts or title insurers to validate the sale.

Trustee's Deed / Sheriff's Deed

Conveys title to the purchaser after sale; must be prepared in the statutorily required form and recorded promptly to update chain-of-title.

Payoff Calculation

Detailed accounting of principal, accrued interest, fees, and costs; transparent calculations reduce disputes and potential post-sale claims.

Exhibit Attachments

Loan agreement, recorded security instrument, and prior notices; attaching source documents improves defensibility and supports title transfer.

Step-by-step: complete and serve a foreclosure-by-sale package

Follow these sequential actions to prepare, document, and serve foreclosure sale notices in a compliant manner.

  • 01
    Confirm Authority: Verify lender or trustee has authority to proceed.
  • 02
    Prepare Notices: Draft notice of default and sale with accurate data.
  • 03
    Serve and Publish: Complete required service by mail, posting, and publication.
  • 04
    Record Post-Sale: Record deed and update title records promptly.

How to configure an online workflow for foreclosure documents

Set up fields, signer order, and authentication to match the procedural needs of each jurisdiction and your internal approval steps.

Field Configuration
Document Type Trustee notice, affidavit, deed
Signature Order Lender → Trustee → Closing agent
Authentication Email + SMS code or ID verification
Record Output PDF/A with audit trail

Where to file and how the documents flow

A typical route moves documents from lender review to trustee execution, then to county recording and purchaser delivery.

  • Prepare Notice: Compile loan files and verify amounts due.
  • Serve Borrower: Effect personal service, mail, or required publication.
  • Publish Notice: Place notice in required newspapers and retain proof.
  • Record Sale Documents: Record trustee's deed or sheriff's deed after sale.

Technical requirements for eFile and eSignature

Choose a platform that supports the file formats, integrations, and authentication methods needed for recordkeeping and recorder acceptance.

  • File Formats: PDF/A, DOCX accepted for preparation
  • Integrations: Title systems and cloud storage
  • Authentication: Email, SMS, or ID verification

Key deadlines to watch during a foreclosure-by-sale process

Critical dates include notice periods, publication windows, auction timing, and recording deadlines; many are state-prescribed and nonwaivable.

Notice Period:

Typically 30–120 days depending on state

Publication Window:

Often consecutive weeks of newspaper notices

Auction Date:

Set after required notice and publishing steps complete

Recording Deadline:

Record deed promptly after sale to preserve purchaser title

Redemption Period:

If applicable, state law sets redemption timeframe post-sale

Milestone timeline leading to sale

Sequential milestones below indicate the typical process from default to auction and post-sale recording.

01

Default Identified

Lender documents default and calculates cure amount

02

Notice of Default

Send statutorily required demand and cure notice

03

Notice of Sale

Publish and post sale notice per jurisdictional rules

04

Public Auction

Conduct auction and prepare post-sale conveyance documents

Common preparation errors to avoid

  • Incorrect borrower name entry causing title discrepancies and delays
  • Using an improper legal description that invalidates recording or cloud title
  • Failure to publish or serve notices per statutory form and schedule
  • Missing or incomplete affidavit of service undermining proof of notice

Consequences of defective foreclosure-by-sale documentation

Sale Voided: Procedural defects can render sale voidable
Civil Liability: Wrongful foreclosure claims may produce damages
Title Problems: Defective deeds impede resale and insurance
Delay Costs: Extended timelines increase holding and legal expenses
Regulatory Risk: Consumer finance rules may trigger enforcement
E-sign Exceptions: Some notices may be excluded from electronic execution

Practical tips for accurate and efficient completion

Adopt standardized templates, maintain clear audit trails, and confirm local statutory requirements to reduce risk and rework.

Use Standard Templates
Standardized, state-specific templates reduce drafting errors and ensure required language is included in every notice and deed.
Verify Service
Document proof of service meticulously with signed affidavits and retained publication affidavits to defend the sale process.
Preserve Audit Trails
Keep time-stamped logs of who prepared, signed, and sent documents to support later title or litigation inquiries.
Confirm Local Rules
Check county recorder and state statutes for publication, notarization, and recording format requirements before execution.

Real-world examples of foreclosure document workflows

Two condensed examples illustrate how organizations manage foreclosure-by-sale paperwork with secure workflows and role-based review.

Martin Properties — Portfolio Servicing

Martin Properties moved to online document execution to centralize files and reduce processing time.

  • The team used role-based signer order to control approvals.
  • By standardizing notices and preserving audit trails, they reduced post-sale disputes and improved title transfer efficiency across multiple counties.

Optica Ventures — Title Operations

Optica Ventures standardized affidavits and trustee deed templates for consistent county recording.

  • They retained publication proofs digitally.
  • Consistent forms and retained proof of service simplified title searches and minimized title insurer exceptions after sale.

eSignature vendor comparison for foreclosure documentation workflows

Compare common vendor characteristics relevant to high-volume foreclosure workflows; signNow is listed first as the reference column.

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Frequently asked questions about Foreclosure by Sale documents

Answers to common concerns about validity, service, e-signatures, and recording for foreclosure-by-sale paperwork.


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