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Updated over 11 years ago, 05/15/2013

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Pat Snyder
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Empty house, no income, mortgage due

Pat Snyder
  • Greene, NY
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I have a modest, newer modular home that i was unable to sell within about 6 or so months, so, i decided to rent so that i could have some money to pay the mortage.

Recently, the renters, after about 2-3 yrs have had their first problem, they burned the shed down. They are claiming it was an acceident, that the "device" that was plugged in overheated and caused the fire. I have a fire report from the fire department and arson investigator. When I left the home, the shed had no power running to it but it was wired for power at a later time if i choose to (switches, lights, outlets).

The renters insurance company denies the claim, my insurace company is going to go after the renters....O it's a nightmare!

So, what if my renters decide to leave? I have a month to months lease (yea well may be not a good idea now).

My real question is, If i don't have renters in the house, how do i come up with the money for the mortgage? I don't have extra funds. I don't make enough money to make two mortgage payments. I don't live in the area to move back. I cant sell it quick enough.

What do I do?

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