New York foreclosures typically take 15-18 months or longer, especially when homeowners have legal representation. The state requires judicial foreclosure, meaning lenders must go through the court system and prove their case. This process includes multiple opportunities for homeowners to challenge the foreclosure, negotiate alternatives, or cure the default. With proper legal defense, the timeline can extend significantly, giving homeowners more time to explore options like loan modifications, refinancing, or sale of the property. Each case is different, but New York’s foreclosure laws generally favor giving homeowners time to resolve their situations.