In light of the increase in immigrant deportations in the United States, many people are fearful and uncertain about the possibility of losing the properties they have worked so hard to acquire in that country.
Telemundo 51 interviewed a group of real estate agents and immigration organizations. The experts noted that being deported from the United States does not automatically mean losing your home. However, if no one takes responsibility for the mortgage, taxes, and insurance, the property could be lost within a matter of months.
The title of ownership remains in the name of the owner even if they are out of the country. The real danger lies in the failure to meet financial obligations: if the mortgage stops being paid, the bank can initiate foreclosure proceedings. If property taxes accumulate without being paid, the county can take actions to recover the debt.
The options for a deported owner are three:
- maintain the household with someone who manages it
- rent it out to generate income that covers expenses
- to sell it
For any of those alternatives from abroad, the key legal instrument is the power of attorney or notarial power, which allows you to designate a trusted person to pay the mortgage, collect rent, negotiate with the bank, or even sell the property.
Experts recommend that the authorized representative has stable legal status in the United States, as an undocumented representative could face similar risks of deportation.
The absence of that document does not mean an immediate loss of assets, but it would entail for those affected and their families the beginning of a longer and more complex process to organize the property management procedures. This prior planning should also include bank accounts, vehicles, and insurance, not just the residence.
The custody of the children is as urgent as the home
Beyond material belongings, experts insist that preparedness must include a plan for children. The deportation of parents does not revoke parental rights or the citizenship of minors born in the United States, but if there is no designated adult authorized in writing, the children may end up under the guardianship of the child protection system.
Specialized organizations recommend appointing a trusted temporary guardian, preparing the children's school and medical documents, and providing clear instructions on what to do in the event of detention or deportation.
The context for Cubans: thousands of active orders
More than 4,000 Cubans in Florida received deportation orders between October 2025 and June 2026. This figure places Cuba among the top four countries with the highest number of citizens facing deportation in the southern state.
In June alone, U.S. immigration courts issued 1,642 deportation orders against Cubans. Some have ended up in third countries, including Africa.
One of the biggest concerns of these deportees is what will happen to their family members who remain in the country, whether they will be able to keep up with payments and maintain what they have achieved after years of hard work.
For the Cuban community in the United States, planning for a possible deportation has become urgent. Experts agree that each immigration and financial situation is unique, which is why they recommend seeking professional guidance before an emergency arises.
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