HomeMy WebLinkAbout07-1598PHELAN HALLINAN & SCHMIEG, LLP
LAWRENCE T. PHELAN, ESQ., Id. No. 32227
FRANCIS S. HALLINAN, ESQ., Id. No. 62695
DANIEL G. SCHMIEG, ESQ., Id. No. 62205
ONE PENN CENTER PLAZA, SUITE 1400
PHILADELPHIA, PA 19103
(215) 563-7000 151136
COUNTRYWIDE HOME LOANS, INC.
7105 CORPORATE DRIVE
PLANO, TX 75024
V.
Plaintiff
WILMA E. KERLIN
415 3RD STREET
NEW CUMBERLAND, PA 17070
Defendant
ATTORNEY FOR PLAINTIFF
COURT OF COMMON PLEAS
CIVIL DIVISION
TERM
NO.0 7 - !S-90 l
CUMBERLAND COUNTY
CIVIL ACTION - LAW
COMPLAINT IN MORTGAGE FORECLOSURE
File #: 151136
NOTICE
You have been sued in court. If you wish to defend against the claims set forth in the
following pages, you must take action within twenty (20) days after this complaint and notice are
served, by entering a written appearance personally or by attorney and filing in writing with the
court your defenses or objections to the claims set forth against you. You are warned that if you
fail to do so the case may proceed without you and a judgment may be entered against you by the
court without further notice for any money claimed in the complaint or for any other claim or
relief requested by the plaintiff. You may lose money or property or other rights important to
you.
YOU SHOULD TAKE THIS PAPER TO YOUR LAWYER AT ONCE. IF YOU DO
NOT HAVE A LAWYER, GO TO OR TELEPHONE THE OFFICE SET FORTH BELOW.
THIS OFFICE CAN PROVIDE YOU WITH INFORMATION ABOUT HIRING A LAWYER.
IF YOU CANNOT AFFORD TO HIRE A LAWYER, THIS OFFICE MAY BE ABLE
TO PROVIDE YOU WITH INFORMATION ABOUT AGENCIES THAT MAY OFFER
LEGAL SERVICES TO ELIGIBLE PERSONS AT A REDUCED FEE OR NO FEE.
Lawyer Referral Service
Cumberland County Bar Association
32 South Bedford Street
Carlisle, PA 17013
(800)990-9108
File #: 151136
IF THIS IS THE FIRST NOTICE THAT YOU HAVE
RECEIVED FROM THIS OFFICE, BE ADVISED THAT:
PURSUANT TO THE FAIR DEBT COLLECTION
PRACTICES ACT, 15 U.S.C. § 1692 et seq. (1977),
DEFENDANT(S) MAY DISPUTE THE VALIDITY OF THE
DEBT OR ANY PORTION THEREOF. IF DEFENDANT(S)
DO SO IN WRITING WITHIN THIRTY (30) DAYS OF
RECEIPT OF THIS PLEADING, COUNSEL FOR
PLAINTIFF WILL OBTAIN AND PROVIDE
DEFENDANT(S) WITH WRITTEN VERIFICATION
THEREOF; OTHERWISE, THE DEBT WILL BE ASSUMED
TO BE VALID. LIKEWISE, IF REQUESTED WITHIN
THIRTY (30) DAYS OF RECEIPT OF THIS PLEADING,
COUNSEL FOR PLAINTIFF WILL SEND DEFENDANT(S)
THE NAME AND ADDRESS OF THE ORIGINAL
CREDITOR, IF DIFFERENT FROM ABOVE.
THE LAW DOES NOT REQUIRE US TO WAIT UNTIL
THE END OF THE THIRTY (30) DAY PERIOD
FOLLOWING FIRST CONTACT WITH YOU BEFORE
SUING YOU TO COLLECT THIS DEBT. EVEN THOUGH
THE LAW PROVIDES THAT YOUR ANSWER TO THIS
File #: 151136
COMPLAINT IS TO BE FILED IN THIS ACTION WITHIN
TWENTY (20) DAYS, YOU MAY OBTAIN AN EXTENSION
OF THAT TIME. FURTHERMORE, NO REQUEST WILL
BE MADE TO THE COURT FOR A JUDGMENT UNTIL
THE EXPIRATION OF THIRTY (30) DAYS AFTER YOU
HAVE RECEIVED THIS COMPLAINT. HOWEVER, IF
YOU REQUEST PROOF OF THE DEBT OR THE NAME
AND ADDRESS OF THE ORIGINAL CREDITOR WITHIN
THE THIRTY (30) DAY PERIOD THAT BEGINS UPON
YOUR RECEIPT OF THIS COMPLAINT, THE LAW
REQUIRES US TO CEASE OUR EFFORTS (THROUGH
LITIGATION OR OTHERWISE) TO COLLECT THE DEBT
UNTIL WE MAIL THE REQUESTED INFORMATION TO
YOU. YOU SHOULD CONSULT AN ATTORNEY FOR
ADVICE CONCERNING YOUR RIGHTS AND
OBLIGATIONS IN THIS SUIT.
IF YOU HAVE FILED BANKRUPTCY AND RECEIVED A
DISCHARGE, THIS IS NOT AN ATTEMPT TO COLLECT
A DEBT. IT IS AN ACTION TO ENFORCE A LIEN ON
REAL ESTATE.
File #: 151136
1. Plaintiff is
COUNTRYWIDE HOME LOANS, INC.
7105 CORPORATE DRIVE
PLANO, TX 75024
2. The name(s) and last known address(es) of the Defendant(s) are:
WILMA E. KERLIN
415 3RD STREET
NEW CUMBERLAND, PA 17070
who is/are the mortgagor(s) and/or real owner(s) of the property hereinafter described.
On 04/11/2005 mortgagor(s) made, executed, and delivered a mortgage upon the
premises hereinafter described to MORTGAGE ELECTRONIC REGISTRATION
SYSTEMS, INC., AS A NOMINEE FOR COUNTRYWIDE HOME LOANS, INC.
which mortgage is recorded in the Office of the Recorder of CUMBERLAND County, in
Book: 1903, Page: 3496. PLAINTIFF is now the legal owner of the mortgage and is in
the process of formalizing an assignment of same. The mortgage and assignment(s), if
any, are matters of public record and are incorporated herein by reference in accordance
with Pa.R.C.P. 1019(g); which Rule relieves the Plaintiff from its obligations to attach
documents to pleadings if those documents are of public record.
4. The premises subject to said mortgage is described as attached.
The mortgage is in default because monthly payments of principal and interest upon said
mortgage due 11/01/2006 and each month thereafter are due and unpaid, and by the terms
of said mortgage, upon failure of mortgagor to make such payments after a date specified
by written notice sent to Mortgagor, the entire principal balance and all interest due
thereon are collectible forthwith.
File #: 151136
6.
The following amounts are due on the mortgage:
Principal Balance $77,062.08
Interest $2,361.45
10/01/2006 through 03/22/2007
(Per Diem $13.65)
Attorney's Fees $1,250.00
Cumulative Late Charges $118.12
04/11/2005 to 03/22/2007
Cost of Suit and Title Search 750.00
Subtotal $81,541.65
Escrow
Credit $0.00
Deficit $639.13
Subtotal 639.13
TOTAL $82,180.78
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If the mortgage is reinstated prior to a Sheriffs Sale, the attorney's fee set forth above may
be less than the amount demanded based on work actually performed. The attorney's fees
requested are in conformity with the mortgage and Pennsylvania law. Plaintiff reserves its
right to collect attorney's fees up to 5% of the remaining principal balance in the event the
property is sold to a third party purchaser at Sheriffs Sale, or if the complexity of the
action requires additional fees in excess of the amount demanded in the Action.
Plaintiff is not seeking a judgment of personal liability (or an in personam judgment)
against the Defendant(s) in the Action; however, Plaintiff reserves its right to bring a
separate Action to establish that right, if such right exists. If Defendant(s) has/have
received a discharge of personal liability in a bankruptcy proceeding, this Action of
Mortgage Foreclosure is in no way an attempt to reestablish such personal liability
discharged in bankruptcy, but only to foreclose the mortgage and sell the mortgaged
premises pursuant to Pennsylvania Law.
File #: 151136
9. Notice of Intention to Foreclose as set forth in Act 6 of 1974, Notice of Homeowner's
Emergency Assistance Program pursuant to Act 91 of 1983, as amended in 1998, and/or
Notice of Default as required by the mortgage document, as applicable, have been sent to
the Defendant(s) on the date(s) set forth thereon, and the temporary stay as provided by
said notice has terminated because Defendant(s) has/have failed to meet with the Plaintiff
or an authorized consumer credit counseling agency, or has/have been denied assistance
by the Pennsylvania Housing Finance Agency.
10. This action does not come under Act 6 of 1974 because the original mortgage amount
exceeds $50,000.
WHEREFORE, PLAINTIFF demands an in rem Judgment against the Defendant(s) in the sum
of $82,180.78, together with interest from 03/22/2007 at the rate of $13.65 per diem to the date
of Judgment, and other costs and charges collectible under the mortgage and for the foreclosure
and sale of the mortgaged property.
PHELAN HALLINAN & SCHMIEG, LLP
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By: /s/Francis S. Hallinan LAWRENCE T. PHELAN, ESQUIRE
DANIEL G. SCHMIEG, ESQUIRE
FRANCIS S. HALLINAN, ESQUIRE
Attorneys for Plaintiff
File #: 151136
LEGAL DESCRIPTION
ALL THAT CERTAIN lot or piece of ground situate in the Borough of New
Cumberland, County of Cumberland, and State of Pennsylvania, described in accordance with a
survey and plan thereof, dated December 22, 1977, as follows, to wit:
BEGINNING at a point on the northwesterly right-of-way of Third Street, said point
being located 125 feet to the northeast corner of Third and Geary Streets; thence along Lot No. 9
of the hereinafter mentioned Plan of Lots, North 45 degrees 30 minutes West 140 feet to a point
on River Alley; thence along said alley, North 44 degrees 30 minutes East, 25 feet to a point, a
corner of Lot No. 7; thence along said lot, South 45 degrees 30 minutes East, 140 feet to a point
on the aforesaid northwesterly right-of-way line of Third Street; thence along the same South 44
degrees 30 minutes West, 25 feet to a point, the place of BEGINNING.
BEING Lot No. 8, Block'J', in General Plan of Geo W. Buttorffs addition to New
Cumberland.
BEING known as 415 Third Street, New Cumberland Borough.
UNDER AND SUBJECT TO all conditions, restrictions, and rights-of-way of prior
record.
BEING THE SAME PREMISES which Carol A. Kerstetter, single woman, by deed
dated January 12, 1994 and recorded January 14, 1994 in the Office of the Recorder of Deeds in
and for Cumberland County in Deed Book T, Volume 36, page 450 granted and conveyed to
Wilma E. Kerlin, single woman.
PROPERTY BEING: 415 3RD STREET
File #: 151136
FRANCIS S. HALLINAN, ESQUIRE hereby states that he is attorney for . PLAINTIFF
in this matter, that Plaintiff is outside the jurisdiction of the court and or the Verification could not
be obtained within the time allowed for the filing on the pleading, that he is authorized to make this
verification pursuant to Pa. R. C. P. 1024 ( c ) and that the statements made in the foregoing Civil
Action in Mortgage Foreclosure are based upon information supplied by Plaintiff and are true and
correct to the best of his knowledge, information and belief.
The undersigned understands that this statement is made subject to the penalties of 18 Pa. C.S.
Sec. 4904 relating to unsworn falsification to authorities.
FRANCIS S. HALLINAN, ESQUIRE
Attorney for Plaintiff
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PHELAN HALLINAN & SCHMIEG, L.L.P.
°'By: DANIEL G. SCHMIEG
Identification No. 62205
Attorney for Plaintiff
ONE PENN CENTER AT SUBURBAN STATION
1617 JOHN F. KENNEDY BLVD., SUITE 1400
PHILADELPHIA, PA 19103-1814
(215) 563-7000
COUNTRYWIDE HOME LOANS, INC.
7105 CORPORATE DRIVE
PLANO, TX 75024
CUMBERLAND COUNTY
COURT OF COMMON PLEAS
Plaintiff,
V.
WILMA E. KERLIN
Defendant(s).
CIVIL DIVISION
NO. 07-1598-CIVIL TERM
PRAECIPE FOR IN REM JUDGMENT FOR FAILURE TO
ANSWER AND ASSESSMENT OF DAMAGES
TO THE PROTHONOTARY:
Kindly enter an in rem judgment in favor of the Plaintiff and against WILMA E. KERLIN,
Defendant(s) for failure to file an Answer to Plaintiffs Complaint within 20 days from service thereof
and for Foreclosure and Sale of the mortgaged premises, and assess Plaintiffs damages as follows:
As set forth in Complaint
Interest from 3/23/07 to 5/1/07
TOTAL
$82,180.78
$546.00
$82,726.78
I hereby certify that (1) the addresses of the Plaintiff and Defendant(s) are as shown above, and
(2) that notice has been given in accordance with Rule 237. 1, copy attached.
DANIEL G. SCHMIEG, ESQ
Attorney for Plaintiff
DAMAGES ARE HEREBY ASSESSED AS INDICATED.
DATE: ?l aoo7
PRO P OTHY
151136
+ PHELAN HALLINAN & SCHMIEG, LLP
By: Lawrence T. Phelan, Esq., Id. No. 32227 ATTORNEY FOR PLAINTIFF
Francis S. Hallinan, Esq., Id. No. 62695
Daniel G. Schmieg, Esq., Id. No. 62205
Philadelphia, PA 19103
(215) 563-7000
COUNTRYWIDE HOME LOANS, INC. : COURT OF COMMON PLEAS
Plaintiff'
Vs.
: CIVIL DIVISION
CUMBERLAND COUNTY
WILMA E. KERLIN
Defendants :NO. 07-1598-CIVIL TERM
TO: WILMA E. KERLIN
417 3RD STREET
NEW CUMBERLAND, PA 17070
DATE OF NOTICE: APRIL 17,2007
THIS FIRM IS A DEBT COLLECTOR ATTEMPTING TO COLLECT A DEBT. THIS NOTICE IS SENT TO
YOU IN AN ATTEMPT TO COLLECT THE INDEBTEDNESS REFERRED TO HEREIN, AND ANY
INFORMATION OBTAINED FROM YOU WILL BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE.IF YOU HAVE
PREVIOUSLY ,RECEIVED A DISCHARGE IN BANKRUPTCY, THIS CORRESPONDENCE IS NOT AND
SHOULD NOT BE CONSTRUED TO BE AN ATTEMPT TO COLLECT A DEBT, BUT ONLY AS
ENFORCEMENT OF LIEN AGAINST PROPERTY.
IMPORTANT NOTICE
YOU ARE IN DEFAULT BECAUSE YOU HAVE FAILED TO ENTER A WRITTEN APPEARANCE
PERSONALLY OR BY ATTORNEY AND FILE IN WRITING WITH THE COURT YOUR DEFENSES OR
OBJECTIONS TO THE CLAIMS SET FORTH AGAINST YOU. UNLESS YOU ACT WITHIN TEN DAYS FROM THE
DATE OF THIS NOTICE, A JUDGMENT MAY BE ENTERED AGAINST YOU WITHOUT A HEARING AND YOU
MAY LOSE YOUR PROPERTY OR OTHER IMPORTANT RIGHTS.
YOU SHOULD:TAKE THIS PAPER TO YOUR LAWYER AT ONCE. IF YOU DO NOT HAVE A LAWYER,
GO TO OR TELEPHONE THE OFFICE SET FORTH BELOW. THIS OFFICE CAN PROVIDE YOU WITH
INFORMATION ABOUT HIRING A LAWYER.
IF YOU CANNOT AFFORD TO HIRE A LAWYER, THIS OFFICE MAY BE ABLE TO PROVIDE YOU WITH
INFORMATION ABOUT AGENCIES THAT MAY OFFER LEGAL SERVICES TO ELIGIBLE PERSONS AT A
REDUCED FEE OR NO FEE.
CUMBERLAND COUNTY
LAWYER REFERRAL SERVICE till
CUMBERLAND COUNTY BAR ASSOCIATION
32 SOUTH BEDFORD STREET
CARLISLE, PA 17013
(800)990-9108 ' J
S. HALLINAN, ESQUIRE
for Plaintiff
,, PHELAN HALLINAN & SCHMIEG, LLP
By: Lawrence T. Phelan, Esq., Id. No. 32227 ATTORNEY FOR PLAINTIFF
Francis S. Hallinan, Esq., Id. No. 62695
Daniel G. Schmieg, Esq., Id. No. 62205
Philadelphia, PA 19103
(215) 563-7000
COUNTRYWIDE HOME LOANS, INC. : COURT OF COMMON PLEAS
Plaintiff
Vs.
: CIVIL DIVISION
CUMBERLAND COUNTY
WILMA E. KERLIN
Defendants :NO. 07-1598-CIVIL TERM
TO: WILMA E. KERLIN
417 3RD STREET
NEW CUMBERLAND, PA 17070
DATE OF NOTICE: APRIL 17.2007
THIS FIRM IS A DEBT COLLECTOR ATTEMPTING TO COLLECT A DEBT. THIS NOTICE IS SENT TO
YOU IN AN ATTEMPT TO COLLECT THE INDEBTEDNESS REFERRED TO HEREIN, AND ANY
INFORMATION OBTAINED FROM YOU WILL BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE.IF YOU HAVE
PREVIOUSLY RECEIVED A DISCHARGE IN BANKRUPTCY, THIS CORRESPONDENCE IS NOT AND
SHOULD NOT BE CONSTRUED TO BE AN ATTEMPT TO COLLECT A DEBT, BUT ONLY AS
ENFORCEMENT OF LIEN AGAINST PROPERTY.
IMPORTANT NOTICE
YOU ARE IN DEFAULT BECAUSE YOU HAVE FAILED TO ENTER A WRITTEN APPEARANCE
PERSONALLY OR BY ATTORNEY AND FILE IN WRITING WITH THE COURT YOUR DEFENSES OR
OBJECTIONS TO THE CLAIMS SET FORTH AGAINST YOU. UNLESS YOU ACT WITHIN TEN DAYS FROM THE
DATE OF THIS NOTICE, A JUDGMENT MAY BE ENTERED AGAINST YOU WITHOUT A HEARING AND YOU
MAY LOSE YOUR PROPERTY OR OTHER IMPORTANT RIGHTS.
YOU SHOULD TAKE THIS PAPER TO YOUR LAWYER AT ONCE. IF YOU DO NOT HAVE A LAWYER,
GO TO OR TELEPHONE THE OFFICE SET FORTH BELOW. THIS OFFICE CAN PROVIDE YOU WITH
INFORMATION ABOUT HIRING A LAWYER.
IF YOU CANNOT AFFORD TO HIRE A LAWYER, THIS OFFICE MAY BE ABLE TO PROVIDE YOU WITH
INFORMATION ABOUT AGENCIES THAT MAY OFFER LEGAL SERVICES TO ELIGIBLE PERSONS AT A
REDUCED FEE OR NO FEE.
CUMBERLAND COUNTY
LAWYER REFERRAL SERVICE
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CUMBERLAND COUNTY BAR ASSOCIATION
32 SOUTH BEDFORD STREET " hCARLISLE, PA 17013'l
(800)990-9108
S. HALLINAN, ESQUIRE
for Plaintiff
PHELAN HALLINAN & SCHMIEG, L.L.P.
By: DANIEL G. SCHMIEG
Identification No. 62205
ONE PENN CENTER AT SUBURBAN STATION
1617 JOHN F. KENNEDY BLVD., SUITE 1400
PHILADELPHIA, PA 19103-1814
(215) 563-7000
COUNTRYWIDE HOME LOANS, INC.
7105 CORPORATE DRIVE
Plaintiff,
V.
WILMA E. KERLIN
Defendant(s).
ATTORNEY FOR PLAINTIFF
CUMBERLAND COUNTY
COURT OF COMMON PLEAS
CIVIL DIVISION
NO. 07-1598-CIVIL TERM
VERIFICATION OF NON-MILITARY SERVICE
DANIEL G. SCHMIEG, ESQUIRE, hereby verifies that he is attorney for the Plaintiff in
the above-captioned matter, and that on information and belief, he has knowledge of the following facts,
to wit:
(a) that the defendant(s) is/are not in the Military or Naval Service of the United States
or its Allies, or otherwise within the provisions of the-Soldiers' and Sailors' Civil Relief Act of Congress
of 1940, as amended.
(b) that defendant WILMA E. KERLIN is over 18 years of age and resides at, 415
3RD STREET, NEW CUMBERLAND, PA 17070.
This statement is made subject to the penalties of 18 Pa. C.S. Section 4904 relating to unsworn
falsification to authorities.
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DANIEL G. SCHMIEG, ESQUIRE
Attorney for Plaintiff
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(Rule of Civil Procedure No. 236) - Revised
IN THE COURT OF COMMON PLEAS OF CUMBERLAND COUNTY, PENNSYLVANIA
CIVIL ACTION - LAW
COUNTRYWIDE HOME LOANS, INC.
7105 CORPORATE DRIVE
Plaintiff,
V.
WILMA E. KERLIN
Defendant(s).
CUMBERLAND COUNTY
COURT OF COMMON PLEAS
CIVIL DIVISION
NO. 07-1598-CIVIL TERM
Notice is given that a Judgment in the above-captioned matter has been entered against you on
200!7.
By:
If you have any questions concerning this matter, please contact:
DANIEL G. SCHMIEG, ESQUIRE
Attorney for Plaintiff
ONE PENN CENTER AT SUBURBAN STATION
1617 JOHN F. KENNEDY BLVD., SUITE 1400
PHILADELPHIA, PA 19103-1814
(215) 563-7000
"THIS FIRM IS A DEBT COLLECTOR ATTEMPTING TO COLLECT A DEBT
AND ANY INFORMATION OBTAINED WILL BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE. IF
YOU HAVE PREVIOUSLY RECEIVED A DISCHARGE IN BANKRUPTCY AND
THIS DEBT WAS NOT REAFFIRMED, THIS CORRESPONDENCE IS NOT AND
SHOULD NOT BE CONSTRUED TO BE AN ATTEMPT TO COLLECT A DEBT,
BUT ONLY ENFORCEMENT OF A LIEN AGAINST PROPERTY."
PRAECIPE FOR WRIT OF EXECUTION (MORTGAGE FORECLOSURE)
P.R.C.P.3180-3183
COUNTRYWIDE HOME LOANS, INC.
Plaintiff,
V.
No. 07-1598-CIVIL TERM
WILMA E. KERLIN
Defendant(s).
TO THE DIRECTOR OF THE OFFICE OF THE PROTHONOTARY:
Issue writ of execution in the above matter:
Amount Due $82,726.78
Add'l cost $1,336.50
Interest from 5/1/07 to SEPTEMBER 5, 2007 $1,727.20 and Costs
(per diem -$13.60)
TOTAL $85,790.48
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ANIEL G. SCHMIEG, ESQUIRE
One Penn Center at Suburban Station
1617 John F. Kennedy Boulevard, Suite 1400
Philadelphia, PA 19103-1814
Attorney for Plaintiff
Note: Please attach description of property.No.
IMPORTANT NOTICE: This property is sold at the direction of the
plaintiff. It may not be sold in the absence of a representative of
the plaintiff at the Sheriff's Sale. The sale must be postponed or
stayed in the event that a representative of the plaintiff is not
present at the sale.
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WRIT OF EXECUTION and/or ATTACHMENT
COMMONWEALTH OF PENNSYLVANIA)
COUNTY OF CUMBERLAND)
NO 07-1598 Civil
CIVIL ACTION - LAW
TO THE SHERIFF OF CUMBERLAND COUNTY:
To satisfy the debt, interest and costs due COUNTRYWIDE HOME LOANS, INC., Plaintiff (s)
From WILMA E. KERLIN
(1) You are directed to levy upon the property of the defendant (s)and to sell SEE LEGAL
DESCRIPTION.
(2) You are also directed to attach the property of the defendant(s) not levied upon in the possession
of
GARNISHEE(S) as follows:
and to notify the garnishee(s) that: (a) an attachment has been issued; (b) the garnishee(s) is enjoined from
paying any debt to or for the account of the defendant (s) and from delivering any property of the defendant
(s) or otherwise disposing thereof;
(3) If property of the defendant(s) not levied upon an subject to attachment is found in the possession
of anyone other than a named garnishee, you are directed to notify him/her that he/she has been added as a
garnishee and is enjoined as above stated.
Amount Due $82,726.78 L.L. $.50
Interest FROM 5/1/07 TO 9/5/07 (PER DIEM - $13.60) - $1,727.20 AND COSTS
Atty's Comm % Due Prothy $2.00
Atty Paid $163.32
Plaintiff Paid
Date: MAY 10, 2007
(Seal)
REQUESTING PARTY:
Name DANIEL G. SCHMIEG, ESQUIRE
Address: ONE PENN CENTER AT SUBURBAN STATION
1617 JOHN F. KENNEDY BOULEVARD, SUITE 1400
PHILADELPHIA, PA 19103-1814
Attorney for: PLAINTIFF
Telephone: 215-563-7000
Supreme Court ID No. 62205
Other Costs $1,336.50
C R. Long, P notary
By:
Deputy
LEGAL DESCRIPTION
'heated by Warranty Deed, dated 111211994, ghten by Carol A. Kerstetter, single women 1iDWilma E. Kerlin,
single woman and recorded, 111411994 to Book T36 Page 450
TAX ID NO. 25-25-0006
PHELAN HALLINAN & SCHMIEG, L.L.P.
By: DANIEL G. SCHMIEG
Identification No. 62205
ONE PENN CENTER AT SUBURBAN STATION
1617 JOHN F. KENNEDY BLVD., SUITE 1400
PHILADELPHIA, PA 19103-1814
(215) 563-7000
ATTORNEY FOR PLAINTIFF
COUNTRYWIDE HOME LOANS, INC.
Plaintiff,
V.
WILMA E. KERLIN
Defendant(s).
CUMBERLAND COUNTY
COURT OF COMMON PLEAS
CIVIL DIVISION
NO. 07-1598-CIVIL TERM
CERTIFICATION
DANIEL G. SCHMIEG, ESQUIRE, hereby verifies that he is attorney for the Plaintiff in
the above-captioned matter, and that the premises are not subject to the provisions of Act 91
because it is:
() an FHA mortgage
( ) non-owner occupied
( ) vacant
(X) Act 91 procedures have been fulfilled
This certification is made subject to the penalties of 18 Pa. C.S. Section 4904 relating to unsworn
falsification to authorities.
DANIEL G. SCHMIEG, ESQUIRE
Attorney for Plaintiff
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COUNTRYWIDE HOME LOANS, INC.
Plaintiff, .
V.
WILMA E. KERLIN
CUMBERLAND COUNTY
COURT OF COMMON PLEAS
CIVIL DIVISION
Defendant(s). NO. 07-1598-CIVIL TERM
AFFIDAVIT PURSUANT TO RULE 3129
(Affidavit No. 1)
COUNTRYWIDE HOME LOANS, INC., Plaintiff in the above action, by its attorney, DANIEL G.
SCHMIEG, ESQUIRE, sets forth as of the date the Praecipe for the Writ of Execution was filed the
following information concerning the real property located at ,415 3RD STREET, NEW
CUMBERLAND, PA 17070.
1. Name and address of Owner(s) or reputed Owner(s):
Name
WILMA E. KERLIN
Last Known Address (if address cannot be
reasonably ascertained, please indicate)
415 3RD STREET
NEW CUMBERLAND, PA 17070
2. Name and address of Defendant(s) in the judgment:
Same as above
3. Name and last known address of every judgment creditor whose judgment is a record lien on the real
property to be sold:
Name
Last Known Address (if address cannot be
reasonably ascertained, please indicate)
None
4. Name and address of last recorded holder of every mortgage of record:
Name Last Known Address (if address cannot be
reasonably ascertained, please indicate)
Countrywide Bank, a Division of Treasury 1199 North Fairfax Street, Suite 500
Bank Alexandria, VA 22314
5. Name and address of every other person who has any record lien on the property:
Name
Last Known Address (if address cannot be
reasonably ascertained, please indicate)
None
6. Name and address of every other person who has any record interest in the property and whose
interest may be affected by the sale.
Name
Last Known Address (if address cannot be
reasonably ascertained, please indicate)
None
7. Name and address of every other person of whom the plaintiff has knowledge who has any interest in
the property which may be affected by the sale:
Name
Last Known Address (if address cannot be
reasonably ascertained, please indicate)
Tenant/Occupant
Domestic Relations of Cumberland County
Commonwealth of Pennsylvania
Department of Welfare
415 3RD STREET
NEW CUMBERLAND, PA 17070
13 North Hanover Street
Carlisle, PA 17013
PO Box 2675
Harrisburg, PA 17105
I verify that the statements made in this affidavit are true and correct to the best of my personal
knowledge or information and belief. I understand that false statements herein are made subject to the
penalties of 18 Pa. C.S. Sec. 4904 relating to unsworn falsification to authorities.
May 1, 2007
DATE DANIEL G. SCHMIEG, ESQUIRE
Attorney for Plaintiff
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COUNTRYWIDE HOME LOANS, INC.
Plaintiff,
V.
WILMA E. KERLIN
Defendant(s).
CUMBERLAND COUNTY
No. 07-1598-CIVIL TERM
May 1, 2007
TO: WILMA E. KERLIN
415 3RD STREET
NEW CUMBERLAND, PA 17070
"THIS FIRM IS A DEBT COLLECTOR ATTEMPTING TO COLLECT A DEBT AND ANY INFORMATION
OBTAINED WILL BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE. IF YOU HAVE PREVIOUSLY RECEIVED A DISCHARGE IN
BANKRUPTCY AND THIS DEBT WAS NOT REAFFIRMED, THIS IS NOT AND SHOULD NOT BE CONSTRUED TO BE
ANA TTEMPT TO COLLECT A DEBT, BUT ONLY ENFORCEMENT OF ALIEN AGAINST PROPERTY.
Your house (real estate) at, 415 3RD STREET, NEW CUMBERLAND, PA 17070, is
scheduled to be sold at the Sheriffs Sale on SEPTEMBER 5, 2007 at 10:00 a.m. in the Cumberland
County Courthouse, South Hanover Street, Carlisle, PA 17013, to enforce the court judgment of
$82,726.78 obtained by COUNTRYWIDE HOME LOANS, INC. (the mortgagee) against you. In the
event the sale is continued, an announcement will be made at said sale in compliance with Pa.R.C.P.,
Rule 3129.3.
NOTICE OF OWNER'S RIGHTS
YOU MAY BE ABLE TO PREVENT THIS SHERIFF'S SALE
To prevent this Sheriffs Sale, you must take immediate action:
The sale will be cancelled if you pay to the mortgagee the back payments, late charges,
costs and reasonable attorney's fees due. To find out how much you must pay, you may
call: (215) 563-7000.
2. You may be able to stop the sale by filing a petition asking the Court to strike or open the
judgment, if the judgment was improperly entered. You may also ask the Court to
postpone the sale for good cause.
3. You may also be able to stop the sale through other legal proceedings.
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You may need an attorney to assert your rights. The sooner you contact one, the more chance
you will have of stopping the sale. (See notice on page two on how to obtain an attorney.)
YOU MAY STILL BE ABLE TO SAVE YOUR PROPERTY AND YOU HAVE OTHER
RIGHTS EVEN IF THE SHERIFF'S SALE DOES TAKE PLACE.
1. If the Sheriffs Sale is not stopped, your property will be sold to the highest bidder. You may
find out the price bid by calling (215) 563-7000.
2. You may be able to petition the Court to set aside the sale if the bid price was grossly
inadequate compared to the value of your property.
3. The sale will go through only if the buyer pays the Sheriff the full amount due in the sale. To
find out if this has happened, you may call (717) 240-6390.
4. If the amount due from the Buyer is not paid to the Sheriff, you will remain the owner of the
property as if the sale never happened.
5. You have the right to remain in the property until the full amount due is paid to the Sheriff
and the Sheriff gives a deed to the buyer. At that time, the buyer may bring legal proceedings to evict
you.
6. You may be entitled to a share of the money which was paid for your house. A schedule of
distribution of the money bid for your house will be filed by the Sheriff within 30 days of the sale. This
schedule will state who will be receiving that money. The money will be paid out in accordance with
this schedule unless exceptions (reasons why the proposed distribution is wrong) are filed with the
Sheriff within ten (10) days after the distribution is filed.
7. You may also have other rights and defenses, or ways of getting your home back, if you act
immediately after the sale.
YOU SHOULD TAKE THIS PAPER TO YOUR LAWYER AT ONCE. IF YOU DO NOT HAVE
A LAWYER OR CANNOT AFFORD ONE, GO TO OR TELEPHONE THE OFFICE LISTED
BELOW TO FIND OUT WHERE YOU CAN GET LEGAL HELP.
IMPORTANT NOTICE: This property is sold at the direction of the plaintiff. It may not be sold
in the absence of a representative of the plaintiff at the Sheriffs Sale. The sale must be
postponed or stayed in the event that a representative of the plaintiff is not present at the sale.
CUMBERLAND COUNTY ATTORNEY REFERRAL
CUMBERLAND COUNTY BAR ASSOCIATION
2 LIBERTY AVENUE
CUMBERLAND COUNTY COURTHOUSE
CARLISLE, PA 17013
(717) 249-3166
(800) 990-9108
LEGAL DESCRIPTION
Vested by Warranty Dee€l, ,dated 1112(1994, given by Carol A. Kerstetter, single woman lo Wilma E. Kerlin,
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COMMONWEALTH OF PENNSYLVANIA:
COUNTY OF CUMBERLAND
COUNTRYWIDE HOME LOANS INC
VS
KERLIN WILMA E
SHAWN HARRISON
Sheriff or Deputy Sheriff of
Cumberland County,Pennsylvania, who being duly sworn according to law,
says, the within COMPLAINT - MORT FORE was served upon
KERLIN WILMA E
the
DEFENDANT , at 1755:00 HOURS, on the 26th day of March 2007
at 417 3RD STREET
NEW CUMBERLAND, PA 17070
MARY PATRICK, DAUGHTER, POA
by handing to
a true and attested copy of COMPLAINT - MORT FORE together with
and at the same time directing Her attention to the contents thereof.
Sheriff's Costs:
Docketing
Service
Affidavit
Surcharge
18.00
16.32
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So Answers:
Sworn and Subscibed to
before me this
day
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R. Thomas Kline l
03/27/2007
PHELAN HALLIN HMI
By:
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AFFIDAVIT OF SERVICE
PLAINTIFF COUNTRYWIDE HOME LOANS, INC.
DEFENDANT(S) WILMA E. KERLIN
SERVE WILMA E. KERLIN AT
415 3RD STREET
NEW CUMBERLAND, PA 17070
SERVED
CUMBERLAND COUNTY
No. 07-1598-CIVIL TERM
ACCT. #151136
Type of Action
- Notice of Sheriff's Sale
Sale Date: SEPTEMBER 5, 2007
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Adult family member with whom Defendant(s) reside(s). Name and Relationship is _
Adult in charge of Defendant(s)'s residence who refused to give name or relationship.
Manager/Clerk of place of lodging in which Defendant(s) reside(s).
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PATNCIA E. HARRIS NOT SERVED
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IN THE COURT OF COMMON PLEAS
OF CUMBERLAND COUNTY, PENNSYLVANIA
COUNTRYWIDE HOME LOANS, INC.
Plaintiff
V.
WILMA E. KERLIN
Defendant(s)
CUMBERLAND COUNTY
COURT OF COMMON PLEAS
CIVIL DIVISION
NO. 07-1598-CIVIL TERM
AFFIDAVIT OF SERVICE PURSUANT TO RULE 3129
COMMONWEALTH OF PENNSYLVANIA )
COUNTY OF CUMBERLAND COUNTY ) SS:
Plaintiff in the above action sets forth as of the date the Praecipe, for the Writ of Execution was
filed the following information concerning the real property located at: 415 3RD STREET, NF.W
CUMBERLAND, PA 17070.
As required by Pa. R.C.P. 3129.2(a) Notice of Sale has been given in the manner required by Pa.
R.C.P. 3129.2(c) on each of the persons or parties named, at that address set forth on the Affidavit No. 2
(previously filed) and/or Amended Affidavit No. 2 on the date indicated. A copy of the Certificate of
Mailing (Form 3817) and/or Certified Mail Return Receipt stamped by the U.S. Postal Service is attached
for each notice.
P
DANIEL G. SC MIEG, ESQUIRE
Attorney for Plaintiff
Date: July 30, 9007
IMPORTANT NOTICE: This property is sold at the direction of the plaintiff. It may not he sold in h
ahs .n of a r presentative of the plaintiff at the Sheriffs Sal The sale must be postponed or stayed in the
event that a representative of the plaintiff is not present at the sale.
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By: Daniel G. Schmieg, Esquire, ID No. 62205
One Penn Center at Suburban Station
Suite 1400
Philadelphia, PA 1903-1814
215-563-7000
COUNTRYWIDE HOME LOANS, INC
PLAINTIFF
vs.
WILMA E. KERLIN
DEFENDANT(S)
Attorney for Plaintiff
151136
COURT OF COMMON PLEAS
CIVIL DIVISION
CUMBERLAND COUNTY
No.: 07-1598-CIVIL TERM
PRAECIPE TO SUBSTITUTE LEGAL DESCRIPTION
TO THE PROTHONOTARY:
Kindly substitute the attached legal description for the legal description originally filed
with the complaint in the instant matter.
Date
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DANIEL G. SCH IEG, ESQ
Attorney for Plaintiff
LEGAL DESCRIPTION
ALL THAT CERTAIN lot or piece of ground situate in the Borough of New
Cumberland, County of Cumberland, and State of Pennsylvania, described
in accordance with a survey and plan thereof, dated December 22, 1977,
as follows, to wit:
BEGINNING at a point on the northwesterly right-of-way of Third
Street, said point being located 125 feet to the northeast corner of
Third and Geary Streets; thence along Lot No. 9 of the hereinafter
mentioned Plan of Lots, North 45 degrees 30 minutes West 140 feet to a
point on River Alley; thence along said alley, North 44 degrees 30
minutes East 25 feet to a point, a corner of Lot No. 7; thence along
said lot, South 45 degrees 30 minutes East 140 feet to a point on the
aforesaid northwesterly right-of-way line of Third Street; thence
along the same South 44 degrees 30 minutes west 25 feet to a point,
the place of BEGINNING.
BEING Lot No. 8, Block 'J', in General Plan of Geo. W. Buttorffs
addition to New Cumberland.
BEING known as 415 Third Street, New Cumberland Borough.
UNDER AND SUBJECT TO all conditions, restrictions and rights-of-way of
prior record.
VESTED by Warranty Deed dated 1/12/1994, given by Carol A. Kerstetter,
single woman to Wilma E. Kerlin, single woman and recorded 1/14/1994
in Book T36 Page 450.
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by: Michele M. Bradford, Esquire, Atty. I.D. No. 69849 ATTORNEY FOR PLAINTIFF
1617 John F. Kennedy Boulevard, Suite 1400
Philadelphia, PA 19103-1814
(215) 563-7000
Countrywide Home Loans, Inc. Court of Common Pleas
Plaintiff Civil Division
vs. Cumberland County
Wilma E. Kerlin No. 07-1598-CIVIL TERM
Defendant
PLAINTIFF'S MOTION TO REASSESS DAMAGES
Plaintiff, by its Attorney, Michele M. Bradford, Esquire, moves the Court to direct the
Prothonotary to amend the judgment in this matter, and in support thereof avers the following:
Plaintiff commenced this foreclosure action by filing a Complaint on March 23,
2007, a true and correct copy of which is attached hereto, made part hereof, and marked as Exhibit
"A"
2. Judgment was entered on May 3, 2007 in the amount of $82,726.78. A true and
correct copy of the praecipe for judgment is attached hereto, made part hereof, and marked as
Exhibit "B".
3. Pursuant to Pennsylvania Rule of Civil Procedure 1037(b)(1), a default judgment
containing a dollar amount must be entered for the amount claimed in the complaint and any item
which can be calculated from the complaint, i.e. bringing the interest current. However, new items
cannot be added at the time of entry of the judgment.
4. The Property is listed for Sheriffs Sale on September 5, 2007. However, in the
event this motion has not been heard by this Honorable Court by that date, Plaintiff may continue
the sale in accordance with Pennsylvania Rule of Civil Procedure 3129.3.
Additional sums have been incurred or expended on Defendant's behalf since the
Complaint was filed and Defendant has been given credit for any payments that have been made
since the judgment. The amount of damages should now read as follows:
Principal Balance $77,062.08
Interest Through 9/05/07 4,557.13
Per Diem $13.46
Late Charges 88.59
Legal fees 1,250.00
Cost of Suit and Title 659.00
Sheriffs Sale Costs 0.00
Property Inspections 50.00
Appraisal/Brokers Price Opinion 0.00
Mortgage Ins. Premium/Private 0.00
Mortgage Insurance
NSF (Non-Sufficient Funds charge) 0.00
Suspense/Misc. Credits 0.00
Escrow Deficit 413.21
TOTAL $84,080.01
6. The judgment formerly entered is insufficient to satisfy the amounts due on the
Mortgage.
7. Under the terms of the Mortgage and Pennsylvania law, Plaintiff is entitled to
inclusion of the figures set forth above in the amount of judgment against the Defendant.
8. Plaintiffs foreclosure judgment is in rem only and does not include personal
liability, as is addressed in Plaintiffs attached brief.
9. In accordance with Cumberland County Local Rule 208.3(9), Plaintiff sent a copy of
its proposed Motion to Reassess Damages and Order to the Defendant on August 7, 2007 and
requested the Defendant's concurrence. Plaintiff did not receive any response from the Defendant.
A true and correct copy of Plaintiff's letter pursuant to Local Rule 208.3(9) and postmarked
certificate of mailing is attached hereto, made part hereof, and marked as Exhibit "C".
10. No Judge has previously entered a ruling in this case.
WHEREFORE, Plaintiff respectfully requests that this Honorable Court amend the
judgment as requested.
Date: A ?1 I a
Phe an Hallinan & ieg, LLP
By
ichele M. Brad r , squire
Attorney for Plaintiff
PHELAN HALLINAN & SCHMIEG, LLP
by: Michele M. Bradford, Esquire ATTORNEY FOR PLAINTIFF
Atty. I.D. No. 69849
One Penn Center, Suite 1400
1617 John F. Kennedy Boulevard
Philadelphia, PA 19103-1814
(215) 563-7000
Countrywide Home Loans, Inc. Court of Common Pleas
Plaintiff : Civil Division
vs.
Wilma E. Kerlin
Defendant
Cumberland County
: No. 07-1598-CIVIL TERM
MEMORANDUM OF LAW IN SUPPORT OF
PLAINTIFF'S MOTION TO REASSESS DAMAGES
I. BACKGROUND OF CASE
Defendant executed a Promissory Note agreeing to pay principal, interest, late charges, real
estate taxes, hazard insurance premiums, and mortgage insurance premiums as these sums became
due. Plaintiffs Note was secured by a Mortgage on the Property located at 415 3rd Street, New
Cumberland, PA 17070. The Mortgage indicates that in the event a default in the mortgage,
Plaintiff may advance any necessary sums, including taxes, insurance, and other items, in order to
protect the security of the Mortgage.
In the instant case, Defendant defaulted under the Mortgage by failing to tender numerous,
promised monthly mortgage payments. Accordingly, after it was clear that the default would not be
cured, Plaintiff commenced the instant mortgage foreclosure action. Judgment was subsequently
entered by the Court, and the Property is currently scheduled for Sheriffs Sale.
Because of the excessive period of time between the initiation of the mortgage foreclosure
action, the entry of judgment and the Sheriffs Sale date, damages as previously assessed are
outdated and need to be adjusted to include current interest, real estate taxes, insurance premiums,
costs of collection, and other expenses which Plaintiff has been obligated to pay under the Mortgage
in order to protect its interests. It is also appropriate to give Defendant credit for monthly payments
tendered through bankruptcy, if any.
II. LEGAL ARGUMENT TO AMEND PLAINTIFF'S IN REM JUDGMENT
It is settled law in Pennsylvania that the Court may exercise its equitable powers to control
the enforcement of a judgment and to grant any relief until that judgment is satisfied. 20 P.L.E.,
Judgments § 191. Stephenson v. Butts, 187 Pa.Super. 55, 59, 142 A.2d 319, 321 (1958). Chase
Home Mortgage Corporation of the Southwest v. Good, 537 A.2d 22, 24 (Pa.Super. 1988). The
Pennsylvania Superior Court has repeatedly cited the right of a foreclosing creditor to amend its
judgment prior to the Sheriffs sale. Nationsbanc Mortgage Corp. v. Grillo, 827 A.2d 489
(Pa.Super. 2003). Morgan Guaranty Trust Co. of N.Y. vs. Mowl, 705 A.2d 923 (Pa. Super. 1998).
Union National Bank of Pittsburgh y. Ciongoli, 407 Pa.Super. 171, 595 A.2d 179 (1991).
The Supreme Court of Pennsylvania recognized in Landau v. Western Pa. Nat. Bank, 445
Pa. 117, 282 A.2d 335 (1971), that the debt owed on a Mortgage is subject to change and, in fact,
can be expected to change from day to day because the bank must advance sums in order to protect
its collateral. Because a Mortgage lien is not extinguished until the debt is paid, Plaintiff must
protect its collateral up until the date of sale. Beckman v. Altoona Trust Co., 332 Pa. 545, 2 A.2d
826 (1939). Because a judgment in mortgage foreclosure is strictly in rem, it is critical that the
judgment reflect those amounts expended by the Plaintiff in protecting the property. Meco Reality
Company v. Burns, 414 Pa. 495, 200 A.2d 335 (1971). Plaintiff submits that if it goes to sale
without the requested amended judgment, and if there is competitive bidding for the Property,
Plaintiff will suffer a significant loss in that it would not be able to recoup monies it advanced to
protect its interests. Conversely, amending the in rem judgment will not be detrimental to
Defendant as it imputes no personal liability.
In B.C.Y. v. Bukovich, the Pennsylvania Superior Court reiterated its long standing rule that
a Court has the inherent power to correct a judgment to conform to the facts of a case. 257 Pa.
Super. 157, 390 A.2d 276 (1978). In the within case, the amount of the original judgment does not
adequately reflect the additional sums due on the Mortgage due to Defendant's failure to tender
payments during the foreclosure proceeding and the advances made by the mortgage company. The
Mortgage plainly requires the mortgagors to tender to the mortgagee monthly payments of principal
and interest until the Promissory Note accompanying the Mortgage is paid in full. The mortgagor is
also required to remit to the mortgagee sufficient sums to pay monthly mortgage insurance
premiums, fire insurance premiums, taxes and other assessments relating to the Property. The
mortgagor has breached the terms of the Mortgage, and Plaintiff has been forced to incur significant
unjust financial losses on this loan.
III. THE FORECLOSURE JUDGMENT IS IN REM ONLY
The within case is a mortgage foreclosure action, the sole purpose of which is to take the
mortgaged property to Sheriffs Sale. Pennsylvania law makes clear that an action in mortgage
foreclosure is strictly in rem and does not include any personal liability. Newtown Villaue
Partnership v. Kimmel, 424 Pa. Super 53, 55, 621 A.2d 1036, 1037 (1993). Signal Consumer
Discount Company v. Babuscio, 257 Pa. Super 101, 109, 390 A.2d 266, 270 (1978). Pennsylvania
Rule of Civil Procedure 1141(a).
However, Pennsylvania law requires that the foreclosure action demand judgment for the
amount due. Pa.R.C.P. 1147(6). The purpose of the dollar amount in the in rem judgment is for
bidding at the Sheriff s Sale. In the event that a third party real estate speculator were to bid on the
mortgaged property at the Sheriffs Sale and become the successful purchaser, Plaintiff would
receive the amount of the in rem judgment from the Sheriff.
IV. INTEREST
The Mortgage clearly requires that the Defendant shall promptly pay when due the principal
and interest due on the outstanding debt. In addition, the Note specifies the rate of interest to be
charged until the debt is paid in full or otherwise satisfied. Specifically, interest from 30 days prior
to the date of default through the date of the impending Sheriff's sale has been requested.
V. TAXES AND INSURANCE
If Plaintiff had not advanced monies for taxes and insurance throughout the foreclosure
proceeding, Plaintiff would have risked loss of its collateral. If the Property were sold at a tax sale,
Plaintiff s interest very well may be divested, and Plaintiff would sustain a complete loss on the
outstanding balance due on the loan. If the Property were damaged in a fire, Plaintiff would not be
able to obtain insurance proceeds to restore the Property if it did not pay the insurance premiums.
Most importantly, the Mortgage specifically provides that the mortgagee may advance the
monies for taxes and insurance and charge these payments against the escrow account. Plaintiff is
simply seeking to have the Court enforce the terms of the Mortgage.
VI. ATTORNEY'S FEES
The amount of attorney's fees requested in the Motion to Reassess Damages is in accordance
with the loan documents and Pennsylvania law. Pennsylvania Courts have long and repeatedly
concluded that a request of five percent of the outstanding principal balance is reasonable and
enforceable as an attorney's fee. Robinson v. Loomis, 51 Pa. 78 (1865); First Federal Savings and
Loan Association v. Street Road Shopping Center, 68 D&C 2d 751, 755 (1974).
In Federal Land Bank of Baltimore v. Fetner, the Superior Court held that an attorney's fee
of ten percent of the original mortgage amount is not unconscionable. 410 A.2d 344 (Pa. Super.
1979). Recently, the Superior Court cited Fetner in confirming that an attorney's fee of ten percent
included in the judgment in mortgage foreclosure action was reasonable. Citicorp v. Morrisville
Hampton Realty, 662 A.2d 1120 (Pa. Super. 1995). Importantly, Plaintiff recognizes this Honorable
Court's equitable authority to set attorney's fees and costs as it deems reasonable.
VII. CONCLUSION
Therefore, Plaintiff respectfully submits that if the enforcement of its rights is delayed by
legal proceedings, and such delays require the mortgagee to expend additional sums provided for by
the Mortgage, then the expenses necessarily become part of the mortgagee's lien and should be
included in the judgment.
Plaintiff respectfully requests that this Honorable Court grant its Motion to Reassess
Damages. Plaintiff submits that it has acted in good faith in maintaining the Property in accordance
with the Mortgage, and has relied on terms of the Mortgage with the understanding that it would
recover the monies it expended to protect its collateral.
WHEREFORE, Plaintiff respectfully requests that this Honorable Court amend the
judgment as requested.
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DANIEL G. SCHMIEG, ESQ., Id. No. 62205
ONE PENN CENTER PLAZA, SUITE 1400
PHILADELPHIA, PA 19103
(215) 563-7000 151136
COUNTRYWIDE HOME LOANS, INC.
7105 CORPORATE DRIVE
PLANO, TX 75024
V.
Plaintiff
WILMA E. KERLIN
415 3RD STREET
NEW CUMBERLAND, PA 17070
Defendant
ATTORNEY FOR PLAINTIFF
COURT OF COMMON PLEAS
CIVIL DIVISION
TERM
NO.6 --
CUMBERLAND COUNTY
CIVIL ACTION - LAW
COMPLAINT IN MORTGAGE FORECLOSURE
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NOTICE
You have been sued in court. If you wish to defend against the claims set forth in the
following pages, you must take action within twenty (20) days after this complaint and notice are
served, by entering a written appearance personally or by attorney and filing in writing with the
court your defenses or objections to the claims set forth against you. You are warned that if you
fail to do so the case may proceed without you and a judgment may be entered against you by the
court without further notice for any money claimed in the complaint or for any other claim or
relief requested by the plaintiff. You may lose money or property or other rights important to
you.
YOU SHOULD TAKE THIS PAPER TO YOUR LAWYER AT ONCE. IF YOU DO
NOT HAVE A LAWYER, GO TO OR TELEPHONE THE OFFICE SET FORTH BELOW.
THIS OFFICE CAN PROVIDE YOU WITH INFORMATION ABOUT HIRING A LAWYER.
IF YOU CANNOT AFFORD TO HIRE A LAWYER, THIS OFFICE MAY BE ABLE
TO PROVIDE YOU WITH INFORMATION ABOUT AGENCIES THAT MAY OFFER
LEGAL, SERVICES TO ELIGIBLE PERSONS AT A REDUCED FEE OR NO FEE.
Lawyer Referral Service
Cumberland County Bar Association
32 South Bedford Street
Carlisle, PA 17013
(800)990-9108
File #: 151136
IF THIS IS THE FIRST NOTICE THAT YOU HAVE.
RECEIVED FROM THIS OFFICE, BE ADVISED THAT:
PURSUANT TO THE FAIR DEBT COLLECTION
PRACTICES ACT, 15 U.S.C. § 1692 et seq. (1977),
DEFENDANT(S) MAY DISPUTE THE VALIDITY OF THE
DEBT OR ANY PORTION THEREOF. IF DEFENDANT(S)
DO SO IN WRITING WITHIN THIRTY (30) DAYS OF
RECEIPT OF THIS PLEADING, COUNSEL FOR
PLAINTIFF WILL OBTAIN AND PROVIDE
DEFENDANT(S) WITH WRITTEN VERIFICATION
THEREOF; OTHERWISE, THE DEBT WILL BE ASSUMED
TO BE VALID. LIKEWISE, IF REQUESTED WITHIN
THIRTY (30) DAYS OF RECEIPT OF THIS PLEADING,
COUNSEL FOR PLAINTIFF WILL SEND DEFENDANT(S)
THE NAME AND ADDRESS OF THE ORIGINAL
CREDITOR, IF DIFFERENT FROM ABOVE.
THE LAW DOES NOT REQUIRE US TO WAIT UNTIL
THE END OF THE THIRTY (30) DAY PERIOD
FOLLOWING FIRST CONTACT WITH YOU BEFORE
SUING YOU TO COLLECT THIS DEBT. EVEN THOUGH
THE LAW PROVIDES THAT YOUR ANSWER TO THIS
File #: 151136
COMPLAINT IS TO BE FILED IN THIS ACTION WITHIN
TWENTY (20) DAYS, YOU MAY OBTAIN AN EXTENSION
OF THAT TIME. FURTHERMORE, NO REQUEST WILL
BE MADE TO THE COURT FOR A JUDGMENT UNTIL
THE EXPIRATION OF THIRTY (30) DAYS AFTER YOU
HAVE RECEIVED THIS COMPLAINT. HOWEVER, IF
YOU REQUEST PROOF OF THE DEBT OR THE NAME
AND ADDRESS OF THE ORIGINAL CREDITOR WITHIN
THE THIRTY (30) DAY PERIOD THAT BEGINS UPON
YOUR RECEIPT OF THIS COMPLAINT, THE LAW
REQUIRES US TO CEASE OUR EFFORTS (THROUGH
LITIGATION OR OTHERWISE) TO COLLECT THE DEBT
UNTIL WE MAIL THE REQUESTED INFORMATION TO
YOU. YOU SHOULD CONSULT AN ATTORNEY FOR
ADVICE CONCERNING YOUR RIGHTS AND
OBLIGATIONS IN THIS SUIT.
IF YOU HAVE FILED BANKRUPTCY AND RECEIVED A
DISCHARGE, THIS IS NOT AN ATTEMPT TO COLLECT
A DEBT. IT IS AN ACTION TO ENFORCE A LIEN ON
REAL ESTATE.
Filc #: 151136
1. Plaintiff is
COUNTRYWIDE HOME LOANS, INC.
7105 CORPORATE DRIVE
PLANO, TX 75024
2. The name(s) and last known address(es) of the Defendant(s) are:
WILMA E. KERLIN
415 3RD STREET
NEW CUMBERLAND, PA 17070
who is/are the mortgagor(s) and/or real owner(s) of the property hereinafter described.
3. On 04/11/2005 mortgagor(s) made, executed, and delivered a mortgage upon the
premises hereinafter described to MORTGAGE ELECTRONIC REGISTRATION
SYSTEMS, INC., AS A NOMINEE FOR COUNTRYWIDE HOME LOANS, INC.
which mortgage is recorded in the Office of the Recorder of CUMBERLAND County, in
Book: 1903, Page: 3496. PLAINTIFF is now the legal owner of the mortgage and is in
the process of formalizing an assignment of same. The mortgage and assignment(s), if
any, are matters of public record and are incorporated herein by reference in accordance
with Pa.R.C.P. 1019(g); which Rule relieves the Plaintiff from its obligations to attach
documents to pleadings if those documents are of public record.
4. The premises subject to said mortgage is described as attached.
5. The mortgage is in default because monthly payments of principal and interest upon said
mortgage due 11/01/2006 and each month thereafter are due and unpaid, and by the terms
of said mortgage, upon failure of mortgagor to make such payments after a date specified
by written notice sent to Mortgagor, the entire principal balance and all interest due
thereon are collectible forthwith.
File k: 151136
6
The following amounts are due on the mortgage:
Principal Balance $77,062.08
Interest $2,361.45
10/01/2006 through 03/22/2007
(Per Diem $13.65)
Attorney's Fees $1,250.00
Cumulative Late Charges $118.12
04111/2005 to 03/22/2007
Cost of Suit and Title Search 750.00
Subtotal $81,541.65
Escrow
Credit $0.00
Deficit $639.13
Subtotal 639.13
TOTAL $82,180.78
7.
8.
If the mortgage is reinstated prior to a Sheriffs Sale, the attorney's fee set forth above may
be less than the amount demanded based on work actually performed. The attorney's fees
requested are in conformity with the mortgage and Pennsylvania law. Plaintiff reserves its
right to collect attorney's fees up to 5% of the remaining principal balance in the event the
property is sold to a third party purchaser at Sheriffs Sale, or if the complexity of the
action requires additional fees in excess of the amount demanded in the Action.
Plaintiff is not seeking a judgment of personal liability (or an in personam judgment)
against the Defendant(s) in the Action; however, Plaintiff reserves its right to bring a
separate Action to establish that right, if such right exists. If Defendant(s) has/have
received a discharge of personal liability in a bankruptcy proceeding, this Action of
Mortgage Foreclosure is in no way an attempt to reestablish such personal liability
discharged in bankruptcy, but only to foreclose the mortgage and sell the mortgaged
premises pursuant to Pennsylvania Law.
File #: 151136
9. Notice of Intention to Foreclose as set forth in Act 6 of 1974, Notice of Homeowner's
Emergency Assistance Program pursuant to Act 91 of 1983, as amended in 1998, and/or
Notice of Default as required by the mortgage document, as applicable, have been sent to
the Defendant(s) on the date(s) set forth thereon, and the temporary stay as provided by
said notice has terminated because Defendant(s) has/have failed to meet with the Plaintiff
or an authorized consumer credit counseling agency, or has/have been denied assistance
by the Pennsylvania Housing Finance Agency.
10. This action does not come under Act 6 of 1974 because the original mortgage amount
exceeds $50,000.
WHEREFORE, PLAINTIFF demands an in rem Judgment against the Defendant(s) in the sum
of $82,180.78, together with interest from 03/22/2007 at the rate of $13.65 per diem to the date
of Judgment, and other costs and charges collectible under the mortgage and for the foreclosure
and sale of the mortgaged property.
PHELAN HALLiNAN & SCHMIEG, LLP
By: /s/Francis S. Hallinan
LAWRENCE T. PHELAN, ESQUIRE
DANIEL G. SCHMIEG, ESQUIRE
FRANCIS S. HALLINAN, ESQUIRE
Attorneys for Plaintiff
FilcN: 151136
LEGAL DESCRIPTION
ALL THAT CERTAIN lot or piece of ground situate in the Borough of New
Cumberland, County of Cumberland, and State of Pennsylvania, described in accordance with a
survey and plan thereof, dated December 22, 1977, as follows, to wit:
BEGINNING at a point on the northwesterly right-of-way of Third Street, said point
being located 125 feet to the northeast corner of Third and Geary Streets; thence along Lot No. 9
of the hereinafter mentioned Plan of Lots, North 45 degrees 30 minutes West 140 feet to a point
on River Alley; thence along said alley, North 44 degrees 30 minutes East, 25 feet to a point, a
corner of Lot No. 7; thence along said lot, South 45 degrees 30 minutes East, 140 feet to a point
on the aforesaid northwesterly right-of-way line of Third Street; thence along the same South 44
degrees 30 minutes West, 25 feet to a point, the place of BEGINNING.
BEING Lot No. 8, Biock'J', in General Plan of Geo W. Buttorffs addition to New
Cumberland.
BEING known as 415 Third Street, New Cumberland Borough.
UNDER AND SUBJECT TO all conditions, restrictions, and rights-of-way of prior
record.
BEING THE SAME PREMISES which Carol A. Kerstetter, single woman, by deed
dated January 12, 1994 and recorded January 14, 1994 in the Office of the Recorder of Deeds in
and for Cumberland County in Deed Book T, Volume 36, page 450 granted and conveyed to
Wilma E. Kerlin, single woman.
PROPERTY BEING: 415 3RD STREET
File k: 151136
FRANCIS S. HALLINAN, ESQUIRE hereby states that he is attorney for. PLAMW
in this matter, that Plaintiff is outside the jurisdiction of the court and or the Verification could not
be obtained within the time allowed for the filing on the pleading, that he is authorized to make this
verification pursuant to Pa. R. C. P. 1024 ( c ) and that the statements made in the foregoing Civil
Action in Mortgage Foreclosure are based upon information supplied by Plaintiff and are true and
correct to the best of his knowledge, information and belief.
The undersigned understands that this statement is made subject to the penalties of 18 Pa. C.S.
Sec. 4904 relating to unworn falsification to authorities.
FRANCIS S. HALLINAN, ESQUIRE
Attorney for Plaintiff
DATE:
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PHELAN HALLINAN & SCHMIEG, L.L.P.
By: DANIEL G. SCHMIEG
Identification No. 62205
Attorney for Plaintiff
ONE PENN CENTER AT SUBURBAN STATION
1617 JOHN F. KENNEDY BLVD., SUITE 1400
PHILADELPHIA, PA 19103-1814
(215) 563-7000
COUNTRYWIDE HOME LOANS, INC.
7105 CORPORATE DRIVE
PLANO, TX 75024
Plaintiff,
V.
WILMA E. KERLIN
CUMBERLAND COUNTY
COURT OF COMMON PLEAS
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Defendant(s) for failure to f ? .?, Answer to Plaintiffs Corn ; days from service thereof
and for Foreclosure and the mortgaged premises; ai3 93 laintiffs damages as follows:
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$546.00
$82,726.78
I hereby certify that (1) the addresses of the Plaintiff and Defendant(s) are as shown above, and
(2) that notice has been given in accordance with Rule 237. 1, copy attached.
DANIEL G. SCHMIEG, ES
Attorney for Plaintiff
DAMAGES ARE
DATE:
AS INDICATED.":
PRO PROTHY
151136
Exhibit "C"
PHELAN HALLINAN & SCHMIEG, LLP
1617 John F. Kennedy Boulevard
Suite 1400
Philadelphia, PA 19103
(215) 563-7000
FAX#: (215) 563-3459
michele.bradford@fedphe.com
Michele M. Bradford, Esquire
Representing Lenders in
Pennsylvania and New Jersey
August 7, 2007
Wilma E. Kerlin
415 3rd Street
New Cumberland, PA 17070
RE: Countrywide Home Loans, Inc. vs. Wilma E. Kerlin
Premises Address: 415 3rd Street, New Cumberland, PA 17070
Cumberland County CCP, No. 07-1598-CIVIL TERM
Dear Defendant,
Enclosed please find a true and correct copy of my proposed Motion to Reassess Damages
and Order. In accordance with Cumberland County Local Rule 208.3(9), I am seeking your
concurrence with the requested relief that is, increasing the amount of the judgment. Please
respond to me by Monday, August 13, 2007.
Should you have further questions or concerns, please do not hesitate to contact me.
Otherwise, please be guided accordingly.
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Michele M. Bradford, Esquire Representing Lenders in
Pennsylvania and New Jersey
August 14, 2007
Office of the Prothonotary
Cumberland County Courthouse
1 Courthouse Square
Carlisle, PA 17013
RE: Countrywide Home Loans, Inc. vs. Wilma E. Kerlin
Cumberland County CCP, No. 07-1598-CIVIL TERM
Dear Sir or Madam:
Enclosed for filing please find Motion to Reassess Damages, Brief in Support thereof, and
Certification of Service with regard to the above captioned matter. Kindly return a time-stamped
copy of the enclosed in the self-addressed stamped envelope provided for your convenience.
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PHELAN HALLINAN & SCHMIEG, LLP
by: Michele M. Bradford, Esquire, Atty. I.D. No. 69849 ATTORNEY FOR PLAINTIFF
1617 John F. Kennedy Boulevard, Suite 1400
Philadelphia, PA 19103-1814
(215) 563-7000 _
Countrywide Home Loans, Inc. Court of Common Pleas
Plaintiff
vs.
Wilma E. Kerlin
: Civil Division
: Cumberland County
: No. 07-1598-CIVIL TERM
Defendant
CERTIFICATION OF SERVICE
I hereby certify that true and correct copies of Plaintiffs Motion to Reassess Damages,
and Brief in Support thereof, were sent to the following individual on the date indicated below.
Wilma E. Kerlin
415 3rd Street
New Cumberland, PA 17070
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IN THE COURT OF COMMON PLEAS OF CUMBERLAND COUNTY
PENNSYLVANIA
Countrywide Home Loans, Inc.
Plaintiff
vs.
Wilma E. Kerlin
Defendant
: Court of Common Pleas
: Civil Division
: Cumberland County
: No. 07-1598-CIVIL TERM
RULE
AND NOW, this day of 2007, a Rule is entered upon the
Defendant to show cause why an Order should not be entered granting Plaintiffs Motion to
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Phelan Hallinan & Schmieg, LLP
1617 JFK Boulevard, Suite 1400
Philadelphia, PA 19103
TEL: (215) 563-7000
FAX: (215) 563-3459
michele. bradforda,,fedphe, com
Wilma E. Kerlin
415 3rd Street
New Cumberland, PA 17070
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One Penn Center, Suite 1400
1617 John F. Kennedy Boulevard
Philadelphia, PA 19103-1814
(215) 563-7000
Countrywide Home Loans, Inc. Court of Common Pleas
Plaintiff : Civil Division
VS.
Wilma E. Kerlin
: Cumberland County
: No. 07-1598-CIVIL TERM
Defendant
CERTIFICATION OF SERVICE
I hereby certify that a true and correct copy of our Motion to Reassess Damages noting a
Rule Return date of September 6, 2007 was sent to the following individual on the date indicated
below.
Wilma E. Kerlin
415 3rd Street
New Cumberland, PA 17070
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by: Michele M. Bradford, Esquire, Atty. I.D. No. 69849 ATTORNEY FOR PLAINTIFF
1617 John F. Kennedy Boulevard, Suite 1400
Philadelphia, PA 19103-1814
(215) 5§3-7000
Countrywide Home Loans, Inc. Court of Common Pleas
Plaintiff
VS.
Wilma E. Kerlin
Defendant
PRAECIPE
TO THE PROTHONOTARY:
: Civil Division
: Cumberland County
: No. 07-1598-CIVIL TERM
Plaintiff hereby withdraws its Motion to Reassess Damages, filed on August 27, 2007 in
the above referenced action.
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squire
Date Yichele M. Brad o q
Attorney for Plaintiff
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PHELAN HALLINAN & SCHMIEG, LLP
by: Michele M. Bradford, Esquire, Atty. I.D. No. 69849 ATTORNEY FOR PLAINTIFF
1617 John F. Kennedy Boulevard, Suite 1400
Philadelphia, PA 19103-1814
(2152,563 7000 -
Countrywide Home Loans, Inc. Court of Common Pleas
Plaintiff : Civil Division
VS.
Wilma E. Kerlin
CERTIFICATE OF SERVICE
I hereby certify that a true and correct copy of Plaintiff's Praecipe to withdraw its Motion
to Reassess Damages was served upon the following interested parties on the date indicated
below.
Wilma E. Kerlin
415 3rd Street
New Cumberland, PA 17070
Date M41 hele M. Bradfo squire
Attorney for Plaintiff
: Cumberland County
: No. 07-1598-CIVIL TERM
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COMMONWEALTH OF PENNSYLVANIA
COUNTY OF CUMBERLAND
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I, Robert P. Ziegler, Recorder of Deeds in and for said County and State do hereby certify that
the Sheriff's Deed in which FAnnie Mae is the grantee the same having been sold to said grantee on the
5th day of Sept A.D., 2007, under and by virtue of a writ Execution issued on the 10th day of May.
A.D., 2007, out of the Court of Common Pleas of said County as of Civil Term, 2007 Number 1598, at
the suit of Countrywide Home Loans Inc against Wilma E Kerlin is duly recorded as Instrument Number
200736395.
IN TESTIMONY WHEREOF, I have hereunto set my hand
and seal of said office this day of
A.D. )o
Re rder of Deeds
s COV4. Cad ft PA I* Fk* Monday d Jan. 2010
Countrywide Home Loans
VS
Wilma E. Kerlin
In the Court of Common Pleas of
Cumberland County, Pennsylvania
Writ No. 2007-1598 Civil Term
Megan Gilbride, Deputy Sheriff, who being duly sworn according to law, states
that on June 12, 2007 at 1819 hours, she served a true copy of the within Real Estate
Writ, Notice and Description, in the above entitled action, upon the within named
defendant, to wit: Wilma E. Kerlin by making known unto Mary Patrick, Adult Daughter
of Wilma E. Kerlin, at 417 3rd Street, New Cumberland, Cumberland County,
Pennsylvania its contents and at the same time handing to her personally the said true and
correct copy of the same.
Shawn Harrison, Deputy Sheriff, who being duly sworn according to law, states
that on July 11, 2007 at 12 hours, he posted a true copy of the within Real Estate Writ,
Notice, Poster and Description, in the above entitled action, upon the property of Wilma
E. Kerlin located at 415 3rd Street, New Cumberland, Cumberland County, Pennsylvania
according to law.
R. Thomas Kline, Sheriff, who being duly sworn according to law, states he
served the above Real Estate Writ, Notice, Poster and Description in the following
manner: The Sheriff mailed a notice of the pendency of the action to the within named
defendant, to wit: Wilma E. Kerlin, by regular mail to her last known address of 415 3rd
Street, New Cumberland, PA 17070. This letter was mailed under the date of July 2,
2007 and never returned to the Sheriffs Office.
R. Thomas Kline, Sheriff, who being duly sworn according to law, states that
after due and legal notice had been given according to law, he exposed the within
described premises at public venue or outcry at the Courthouse, Carlisle, Cumberland
County, Pennsylvania on September 05, 2007 at 10:00 o'clock A.M. He sold the same
for the sum of $1.00 to Attorney Daniel Schmieg, on behalf of Fannie Mae. It being the
highest bid and best price received for the same, Fannie Mae of 1900 Market Street, Suite
800, Philadelphia, PA 19103, being the buyer in this execution, paid to Sheriff R.
Thomas Kline the sum of $946.66.
Sheriff s Costs:
Docketing $30.00
Poundage 18.56
Posting Bills 15.00
Advertising 15.00
Acknowledging Deed 48.00
Auctioneer 10.00
Law Library .50
Prothonotary 2.00
Mileage 32.64
Levy 15.00
Surcharge 20.00
Law Journal 355.00
Patriot News 303.77
Share of Bills 15.69
Distribution of Proceeds 25.00
Sheriff s Deed 40.50
$ 946.66
So Answers:
R. Thomas Kline, Sheriff
BY
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EOUr4RYWIDE HOME LOANS, INC.
CUMBERLAND COUNTY
Plaintiff,
V. COURT OF COMMON PLEAS
WILMA E. KERLIN CIVIL DIVISION
Defendant(s). NO. 07-1598-CIVIL TERM
AFFIDAVIT PURSUANT TO RULE 3129
(Affidavit No. 1)
COUNTRYWIDE HOME LOANS, INC. , Plaintiff in the above action, by its attorney, DANIEL G.
SCHMIEG, ESQUIRE, sets forth as of the date the Praecipe for the Writ of Execution was filed the
following information concerning the real property located at ,415 3RD STREET, NEW
CUMBERLAND, PA 17070.
1. Name and address of Owner(s) or reputed Owner(s):
Name
WILMA E. KERLIN
Last Known Address (if address cannot be
reasonably ascertained, please indicate)
415 3RD STREET
NEW CUMBERLAND, PA 17070
2. Name and address of Defendant(s) in the judgment:
Same as above
3. Name and last known address of every judgment creditor whose judgment is a record lien on the real
property to be sold:
Name
Last Known Address (if address cannot be
reasonably ascertained, please indicate)
None
4. Name and address of last recorded holder of every mortgage of record:
Name Last Known Address (if address cannot be
reasonably ascertained, please indicate)
Countrywide Bank, a Division of Treasury 1199 North Fairfax Street, Suite 500
Bank Alexandria, VA 22314
5. Name and address of every other person who has any record lien on the property:
Name
Last Known Address (if address cannot be
reasonably ascertained, please indicate)
None
6. Name and address of every other person who has any record interest in the property and whose
interest may be affected by the sale.
Name
Last Known Address (if address cannot be
reasonably ascertained, please indicate)
None
7. Name and address of every other person of whom the plaintiff has knowledge who has any interest in
the property which may be affected by the sale:
Name
Last Known Address (if address cannot be
reasonably ascertained, please indicate)
Tenant/Occupant
Domestic Relations of Cumberland County
Commonwealth of Pennsylvania
Department of Welfare
415 3RD STREET
NEW CUMBERLAND, PA 17070
13 North Hanover Street
Carlisle, PA 17013
PO Box 2675
Harrisburg, PA 17105
I verify that the statements made in this affidavit are true and correct to the best of my personal
knowledge or information and belief. I understand that false statements herein are made subject to the
penalties of 18 Pa. C.S. Sec. 4904 relating to unsworn falsification to authorities.
Mayl , 2007
DATE DANIEL G. SCHMIEG, ESQUIRE
Attorney for Plaintiff
COUNTRYWIDE HOME LOANS, INC.
Plaintiff,
V.
W ILMA E. KERLIN
Defendant(s).
CUMBERLAND COUNTY
No. 07-1598-CIVIL TERM
May 1, 2007
TO: WILMA E. KERLIN
415 3RD STREET
NEW CUMBERLAND, PA 17070
"THIS FIRM IS A DEBT COLLECTOR ATTEMPTING TO COLLECT A DEBT AND ANY INFORMATION
OBTAINED WILL BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE. IF YOU HAVE PREVIOUSLY RECEIVED A DISCHARGE IN
BANKRUPTCY AND THIS DEBT WAS NOT REAFFIRMED, THIS IS NOT AND SHOULD NOT BE CONSTRUED TO BE
AN ATTEMPT TO COLLECT A DEBT, BUT ONLY ENFORCEMENT OF ALIEN AGAINST PROPERTY.
Your house (real estate) at, 415 3RD STREET, NEW CUMBERLAND, PA 17070, is
scheduled to be sold at the Sheriff s Sale on SEPTEMBER 5, 2007 at 10:00 a.m. in the Cumberland
County Courthouse, South Hanover Street, Carlisle, PA 17013, to enforce the court judgment of
$82,726.78 obtained by COUNTRYWIDE HOME LOANS, INC. (the mortgagee) against you. In the
event the sale is continued, an announcement will be made at said sale in compliance with Pa.R.C.P.,
Rule 3129.3.
NOTICE OF OWNER'S RIGHTS
YOU MAY BE ABLE TO PREVENT THIS SHERIFF'S SALE
To prevent this Sheriffs Sale, you must take immediate action:
1. The sale will be cancelled if you pay to the mortgagee the back payments, late charges,
costs and reasonable attorney's fees due. To find out how much you must pay, you may
call: (215) 563-7000.
2. You may be able to stop the sale by filing a petition asking the Court to strike or open the
judgment, if the judgment was improperly entered. You may also ask the Court to
postpone the sale for good cause.
3. You may also be able to stop the sale through other legal proceedings.
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You may need an attorney to assert your rights. The sooner you contact one, the more chance
you will have of stopping the sale. (See notice on page two on how to obtain an attorney.)
YOU MAY STILL BE ABLE TO SAVE YOUR PROPERTY AND YOU HAVE OTHER
RIGHTS EVEN IF THE SHERIFF'S SALE DOES TAKE PLACE.
1. If the Sheriffs Sale is not stopped, your property will be sold to the highest bidder. You may
find out the price bid by calling (215) 563-7000.
2. You may be able to petition the Court to set aside the sale if the bid price was grossly
inadequate compared to the value of your property.
3. The sale will go through only if the buyer pays the Sheriff the full amount due in the sale. To
find out if this has happened, you may call (717) 240-6390.
4. If the amount due from the Buyer is not paid to the Sheriff, you will remain the owner of the
property as if the sale never happened.
5. You have the right to remain in the property until the full amount due is paid to the Sheriff
and the Sheriff gives a deed to the buyer. At that time, the buyer may bring legal proceedings to evict
you.
6. You may be entitled to a share of the money which was paid for your house. A schedule of
distribution of the money bid for your house will be filed by the Sheriff within 30 days of the sale. This
schedule will state who will be receiving that money. The money will be paid out in accordance with
this schedule unless exceptions (reasons why the proposed distribution is wrong) are filed with the
Sheriff within ten (10) days after the distribution is filed.
7. You may also have other rights and defenses, or ways of getting your home back, if you act
immediately after the sale.
YOU SHOULD TAKE THIS PAPER TO YOUR LAWYER AT ONCE. IF YOU DO NOT HAVE
A LAWYER OR CANNOT AFFORD ONE, GO TO OR TELEPHONE THE OFFICE LISTED
BELOW TO FIND OUT WHERE YOU CAN GET LEGAL HELP.
IMPORTANT NOTICE: This property is sold at the direction of the plaintiff. It may not be sold
in the absence of a representative of the plaintiff at the Sheriffs Sale. The sale must be
postponed or stayed in the event that a representative of the plaintiff is not present at the sale.
CUMBERLAND COUNTY ATTORNEY REFERRAL
CUMBERLAND COUNTY BAR ASSOCIATION
2 LIBERTY AVENUE
CUMBERLAND COUNTY COURTHOUSE
CARLISLE, PA 17013
(717) 249-3166
(800) 990-9108
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TAX ID NO. 25-25-0006
WRIT OF EXECUTION and/or ATTACHMENT
COMMONWEALTH OF PENNSYLVANIA) NO 07-1598 Civil
COUNTY OF CUMBERLAND) CIVIL ACTION - LAW
TO THE SHERIFF OF CUMBERLAND COUNTY:
To satisfy the debt, interest and costs due COUNTRYWIDE HOME LOANS, INC., Plaintiff (s)
From WILMA E. KERLIN
(1) You are directed to levy upon the property of the defendant (s)and to sell SEE LEGAL
DESCRIPTION.
(2) You are also directed to attach the property of the defendant(s) not levied upon in the possession
of
GARNISHEE(S) as follows:
and to notify the garnishee(s) that: (a) an attachment has been issued; (b) the garnishee(s) is enjoined from
paying any debt to or for the account of the defendant (s) and from delivering any property of the defendant
(s) or otherwise disposing thereof;
(3) If property of the defendant(s) not levied upon an subject to attachment is found in the possession
of anyone other than a named garnishee, you are directed to notify him/her that he/she has been added as a
garnishee and is enjoined as above stated.
Amount Due $82,726.78 L.L. $.50
Interest FROM 5/1/07 TO 9/5/07 (PER DIEM - $13.60) - $1,727.20 AND COSTS
Atty's Comm % Due Prothy $2.00
Atty Paid $163.32 Other Costs $1,336.50
Plaintiff Paid
Date: MAY 10, 2007
(Seal)
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By:
Deputy
REQUESTING PARTY:
Name DANIEL G. SCHMIEG, ESQUIRE
Address: ONE PENN CENTER AT SUBURBAN STATION
1617 JOHN F. KENNEDY BOULEVARD, SUITE 1400
PHILADELPHIA, PA 19103-1814
Attorney for: PLAINTIFF
Telephone: 215-563-7000
Supreme Court ID No. 62205
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Real Estate Sale # 37
On June 4, 2007 the Sheriff levied upon the
defendant's interest in the real property situated in
New Cumberland Borough, Cumberland County, PA
Known and numbered as 415 3rd Street,
New Cumberland, more fully described on Exhibit "A"
filed with this writ and by this reference
incorporated herein.
Date: June 4, 2007 By:
1" G S
Real Estat Sergeant
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THE PATRIOT NEWS
THE SUNDAY PATRIOT NEWS
Proof of Publication
Under Act No. 587, Approved May 16, 1929
Commonwealth of Pennsylvania, County of Dauphin} ss
Shannon D. Billhime, being duly sworn according to law, deposes and says:
That she is a Staff Accountant with The Patriot News Co., a corporation organized and existing under the
laws of the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania, with its principal office and place of business at 812 to 818 Market
Street, in the City of Harrisburg, County of Dauphin, State of Pennsylvania, owner and publisher of The Patriot-
News and The Sunday Patriot-News newspapers of general circulation, printed and published at 812 to 818 Market
Street, in the City, County and State aforesaid; that The Patriot-News and The Sunday Patriot-News were
established March 4th, 1854, and September 18th, 1949, respectively, and all have been continuously published ever
since;
That the printed notice or publication which is securely attached hereto is exactly as printed and published
in their regular daily and/or Sunday/ Metro editions which appeared in the 18th and 25th day(s) of July and the 1st
day(s) of August 2007. That neither he nor said Company is interested in the subject matter of said printed notice
or advertising, and that all of the allegations of this statement as to the time, place and character of publication are
true; and
That he has personal knowledge of the facts aforesaid and is duly authorized and empowered to verify this
statement on behalf of The Patriot-News Co. aforesaid by virtue and pursuant to a resolution unanimously passed
and adopted severally by the stockholders and board of directors of the said Company and subsequently duly
recorded in the office for the Recording of Deeds in and for said County of Dauphin in Miscellaneous Book "M",
Volume 14, Page 317.
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N ARY PUBLIC
CUMBERLAND COUNTY SHERIFF'S OFFICE
CUMBERLAND COUNTY COURTHOUSE
CARLISLE, PA. 17013
PROOF OF PUBLICATION OF NOTICE
IN CUMBERLAND LAW JOURNAL
(Under Act No. 587, approved May 16, 1929), P. L.1784
COMMONWEALTH OF PENNSYLVANIA
COUNTY OF CUMBERLAND
ss.
Lisa Marie Coyne, Esquire, Editor of the Cumberland Law Journal, of the County and
State aforesaid, being duly sworn, according to law, deposes and says that the Cumberland Law
Journal, a legal periodical published in the Borough of Carlisle in the County and State aforesaid,
was established January 2, 1952, and designated by the local courts as the official legal
periodical for the publication of all legal notices, and has, since January 2, 1952, been regularly
issued weekly in the said County, and that the printed notice or publication attached hereto is
exactly the same as was printed in the regular editions and issues of the said Cumberland Law
Journal on the following dates,
viz:
July 20, July 27, and August 3, 2007
Affiant further deposes that he is authorized to verify this statement by the Cumberland
Law Journal, a legal periodical of general circulation, and that he is not interested in the subject
matter of the aforesaid notice or advertisement, and that all allegations in the foregoing
statements as to time, place and character of publication are true.
Lisa
SWORN TO AND SUBSCRIBED before me this
_-. day of August, 2007
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Writ No. 2007-1598 Civil
Countrywide Home Loans, Inc.
VS.
Wilma E. Kerlin
Atty.: Daniel Schmieg
DESCRIPTION
ALL THAT CERTAIN lot or piece of
ground situate in the Borough of New
Cumberland, County of Cumberland,
and State of Pennsylvania, described
in accordance with a survey and plan
thereof, dated December 22, 1977, as
follows, to wit:
BEGINNING at a point on the
northwesterly right-of-way of Third,
said point being located 125 feet to
the northeast corner of Third Street
and Geary Streets, thence along Lot
No. 9 of the hereinafter mentioned
Plan of Lots, North 45 degrees 30
minutes West, 140 feet to a point on
River Alley; thence along said alley,
North 44 degrees 30 minutes East,
25 feet to a point, a corner of Lot No.
7; thence along said lot, South 45
degrees 30 minutes East, 140 feet to
a point on the aforesaid northwest-
erly right-of-way line of Third Street,
thence along the same South 44
degrees 30 minutes West, 25 feet to a
point, the place of BEGINNING.
BEING Lot No. 8, Block "J', in
General Plan of Geo W. Buttorffe ad-
dition to New Cumberland.
BEING known as 415 Third Street,
New Cumberland Borough.
UNDER AND SUBJECT TO all
conditions, restrictions, and rights-
of-way of prior record.
Vested by Warranty Deed, dated
1/12/1994, given by Carol A Ker-
stetter, single woman to Wilma E.
Kerlin, single woman and recorded
l/ 14/1994 in Book T36 Page 450.
TAX ID NO. 25-25-0006.
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