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Uchenna A.
  • Real Estate Agent
  • Bowie, MD
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Will I be wrong to try to gain access to & secure this property?

Uchenna A.
  • Real Estate Agent
  • Bowie, MD
Posted

I am under contract on a foreclosure and scheduled to close in 3 days. A week ago, I went to the property with my agent and a contractor and we realized that there was an attempted forced entry. The door had been broken along with the sidelights. I already got a first quote from a contractor so I know the condition of the property. My agent reported to the selling bank's agent but they do not seem to care and are doing nothing about it. My agent has said that since I bought it in an auction, I have basically signed all my rights away. 

It has been over a week and nothing has been done. If I attempt to gain access secure the property by fixing the broken door an installing new locks since I am buying it anyway. Will I be doing anything wrong?

Also, if the property was vandalized significantly, I would also consider losing my $5K EMD. Please has anyone been in this situation and what do you suggest? I need advise please.

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