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Maria is studying New Jersey foreclosure law. She has identified several true statements about the NJ foreclosure process. Which of the following statements about NJ foreclosure is NOT accurate?

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D) New Jersey borrowers have a six-month statutory right of redemption after the sheriff's sale is confirmed

New Jersey does NOT provide a six-month statutory right of redemption after the sheriff's sale is confirmed. This is a common misconception based on redemption periods that exist in other states (such as Michigan's six-month redemption period). In New Jersey, the borrower's opportunity to reclaim the property after the sheriff's sale is limited to the 10-day upset period. Once that period expires and the sheriff's deed is issued, the borrower's right to redeem the property is extinguished.

Answer Options
A
New Jersey foreclosures must proceed through the Superior Court system
B
The borrower has a 10-day upset period after the sheriff's sale to challenge the sale
C
The lender may submit a credit bid at the sheriff's sale without tendering cash
D
New Jersey borrowers have a six-month statutory right of redemption after the sheriff's sale is confirmed

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