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There is no simple way to reverse a life estate because a life estate deed is a legal transfer of the title of a property. This is legally binding and the transaction is complete when the life estate is executed. Essentially, in order to reverse a life estate both parties would need to agree to make it happen.
You will be entitled to any equity in the property after the bank sells it, however, there will be legal and selling costs to cover. The property may sell below market price, and if you had an insured mortgage you can be sued for any remaining balance.
The trust's beneficiary may be a spouse, the grantor's children, or a charitable organization. A life estate is also "irrevocable." Once a life estate deed is filed, the life tenant cannot alter the agreement without the consent of the remainderman.
For this reason, it is recommended that the homeowner acts immediately to try to stop the foreclosure. In general, a power of sale takes around 6 months to complete and a foreclosure takes at least a year to complete. Both legal processes begin when a Notice of Sale is sent.
If there is a shortfall after the bank forecloses, CMHC (Canada Mortgage and Housing Corporation) steps in, pays the bank, and then pursues the client for the remaining balance.