What happens if I don't respond by May 14, 2026?

A default can be entered against you, likely resulting in a foreclosure judgment and sale of the property.

Who filed the foreclosure?

Freedom Mortgage Corporation is the plaintiff who filed the foreclosure action.

What property is affected by this foreclosure?

Lot 59, Pine Ridge Subdivision Unit No.3 (less the east 15 feet), commonly known as 123 Ridge Rd, Perry, FL 32348.

Foreclosure — 123 Ridge Rd, Perry, FL (26000035CAAXMX)

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Freedom Mortgage Corporation filed to foreclose a mortgage on the property at 123 Ridge Rd, Perry (Lot 59 Pine Ridge Subdivision Unit No.3). Defendants must file written defenses by May 14, 2026, or risk a default judgment and foreclosure sale.

Key Takeaways

Foreclosure lawsuit filed by Freedom Mortgage Corporation
Property: 123 Ridge Rd, Perry (Lot 59 Pine Ridge Subd. Unit 3)
Respond by May 14, 2026 with written defenses
Failure to respond risks default and foreclosure

Published: May 8, 2026 · 1 week ago
Category: Foreclosure
City: Perry

Address

123 Ridge Rd, Perry, FL

Case #

26000035CAAXMX

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If you don't respond

If no written defenses are served by May 14, 2026, a default may be entered against the defendants, which can lead to a judgment of foreclosure and sale of the property.

What to do next

1
Prepare and serve written defenses
Draft your response and have it served on Sokolof Remtulla, LLP at 1800 NW Corporate Blvd., Suite 302, Boca Raton, FL 33431 by May 14, 2026.
2
File the original with the clerk
File the original response with the Taylor County Clerk of Court before or immediately after serving the plaintiff's attorney.
3
Consult a foreclosure attorney
Contact a local attorney immediately to discuss options and possible loss-mitigation before the May 14, 2026 deadline.

Frequently asked questions

What happens if I don't respond by May 14, 2026?: A default can be entered against you, likely resulting in a foreclosure judgment and sale of the property.
Who filed the foreclosure?: Freedom Mortgage Corporation is the plaintiff who filed the foreclosure action.
Where do I send my written defenses?: Serve them on Sokolof Remtulla, LLP at 1800 NW Corporate Blvd., Suite 302, Boca Raton, FL 33431 and file with the Taylor County clerk.
What property is affected by this foreclosure?: Lot 59, Pine Ridge Subdivision Unit No.3 (less the east 15 feet), commonly known as 123 Ridge Rd, Perry, FL 32348.

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Legal terms in this notice

constructive service: Notifying a defendant by publication or alternative methods when personal service isn't possible.
default: Court ruling against a party who fails to respond or appear in a case.
foreclose: Legal process to take and sell property to satisfy a mortgage debt.

Full Notice Text

IN THE CIRCUIT COURT OF THE THIRD JUDICIAL CIRCUIT OF THE STATE OF FLORIDA, IN AND FOR TAYLOR COUNTY, CIVIL DIVISION
CASE NO.: 26000035CAAXMX
FREEDOM MORTGAGE CORPORATION, Plaintiff, vs.
BRANDI K. MELTON A/K/A BRANDI
MELTON; et al., Defendants.
NOTICE OF ACTION: CONSTRUCTIVE SERVICE - PROPERTY
TO: UNKNOWN SPOUSE OF BRANDI K. MELTON A/K/A BRANDI MELTON; 123 RIDGE RD, PERRY, FL 32348
BRANDI K. MELTON A/K/A BRANDI MELTON; 123 RIDGE RD, PERRY, FL 32348
YOU ARE NOTIFIED that an action to foreclose to the following property in Taylor County, Florida:
LOT 59 OF PINE RIDGE SUBDIVISION UNIT NO. 3 ACCORDING TO THE MAP OR PLAT THEREOF AS RECORDED IN PLAT BOOK l, PAGE 85 IN THE OFFICE OF THE CLERK OF THE CIRCUIT COURT OF TAYLOR COUNTY, FLORIDA. LESS AND EXCEPT THE EAST FIFTEEN (15) FEET.
Also known as 123 RIDGE RD, PERRY, FL 32348 has been filed against you and you are required to serve a copy of your written defenses, if any, to it on Sokolof Remtulla, LLP, the plaintiff’s attorney, whose address is 1800 NW Corporate Blvd., Suite 302, Boca Raton, FL 33431, on or before May 14, 2026, and file the original with the clerk of this court either before service on the plaintiff’s attorney or immediately thereafter; otherwise a default wilt be entered against you for the relief demanded in the complaint or petition.
DATED on April 23,2026.
GARY KNOWLES, JR.
CLERK OF THE CIRCUIT COURT
By: Kathryn Lago
DEPUTY CLERK