Falling behind on your mortgage is stressful, and whether you’ve received a notice or not, your first question is probably: “Can I sell my house in foreclosure?”

Columbus, GA, has the highest amount of cost-burdened households in Georgia (those spending at least 30% of their income on housing), according to the most recent Census data. With less of a financial cushion for unexpected expenses, you might’ve fallen behind on mortgage payments before realizing it.

If you’re facing similar financial pressure, there may still be options available to sell your home — even within Georgia’s relatively quick foreclosure process. The most important part is making sure you know where you stand by understanding what selling options best fit your timeline and financial situation.

We’ll go over how foreclosure works in Columbus and how long the process can take, so you can find the best course of action to avoid long-term financial damage.