Here’s the context:The house appears vacant, with a large tree that has fallen on the property.From what I can see, the house seems full of furniture and might even be a hoarder home.I’ve skip-traced the property and found that the owner has unfortunately passed away.The house seems to be mortgage-free, and I’ve identified three phone numbers associated with the son, who I believe is the heir.I’d like to reach out to the son to express my interest in purchasing the property, but I want to ensure I do so respectfully while also gathering the right information.Here are my questions:What’s the best way to approach the heir while showing my condolences for their loss?

Signing the lease demonstrates they agree to the terms and then you can hold them accountable.If you don't do this, then the person named on the lease and paying the rent could disappear and you would have no legal authority to charge the remaining three for unpaid rent.

You're on the right track to reach out for help here and also to look to your area for potential partnerships.

Good luck at the auctions! 

A 1/1 with a 4/2 on top is perfect for the hacker to live in the 1/1 and cash flow on the higher rents.2.

I encourage your friend to forward the unredacted prom note to the SEC via this link https://www.sec.gov/tcr Click on Submit a Tip.

I plan to kindly follow up with collecting.Trust but verify - I looked it up & there was a news story about itAnyone know of any resources out the there to help him in the short term with rent? 

Thanks Steven for the post. 

At the end of the day, whether small or large deals it always comes down to relationships.

I'd love to get more conversation going about the new MA ADU law going into effect Feb. 2nd.