Start with the document or question in front of you
Each guide focuses on a common homeowner search. The information is educational and helps you prepare for a public-record review; it is not legal advice or a substitute for an attorney.
Use exact case information
When a case has started, the complete index number and year, county, homeowner or defendant name and property address help distinguish the correct record.
Information to gather
- Missed mortgage payments and early notices
- Summons and complaint
- Lis pendens or notice of pendency
- Settlement conference
- Judgment, sale and auction date
- Checking the public case status
Important: Foreclosure Case Review provides general information and reviews available public records. It is not a law firm and does not provide legal advice. A request does not create an attorney-client relationship, file a court response or pause any deadline. For an urgent deadline, auction or court appearance, contact a New York-licensed attorney promptly.
Official information: New York Courts foreclosure information.