March 1, 2024

Statutes of limitations.

An action to foreclose a mortgage is governed by a six-year statute of limitations, pursuant to CPLR 213[4]. Where the mortgage debt is accelerated, the entire balance of the debt accrues, and the statute of limitations begins to run on the entire debt.

Wilmington Trust Co. v. Yonkus, NY Slip Op 00925 (2d Dep't February 21, 2024)

Here is the decision.