New York foreclosures typically take 12-18 months from the initial default to the foreclosure sale, but this timeline can vary significantly. The process involves several stages: default notice, foreclosure filing, court proceedings, and eventual sale. However, with proper legal defense, we can often extend this timeline considerably while negotiating alternatives. Each stage presents opportunities to challenge the foreclosure or negotiate with your lender. The judicial foreclosure process in New York actually works in your favor because it requires court approval, giving us multiple points where we can intervene legally to protect your interests.