So, we have two different things going on here:The first is the OP's query about how to fix the problem at hand (release of lien controlled by deceased creditor)The second is the best practices suggestions and the cautionary tale of woe that results from informal servicing arrangements. 

I'm still surprised how often a BP forum thread comes up first when I do Google searches for niche real estate queries.

but you will get queries about providing pixOriginally posted by @Kelly Martinez:Should I advertise without pictures?

There is typically a "Financing" field in any MLS system that can be easily queried.

Now... my analytic mind is being slammed with dozens and dozens of different "Output Packages" (for those who aren't here yet, you can select all the filters you want, and corelogic will tell you how many leads are in this query.

Cover page with introduction and second page with purchase offerJill how can you send a purchase offer on each Direct Mail you send that is a query about whether they are interested in selling?  

I’ve gotten quite a few queries from Zillow etc, but I email them back with this:”Thank you for your interest on the duplex located at 1109 Old Georgia Road.

Hi Lance,Based on your query and the information provided, here's some guidance on renting out a primary residence and an ADU in Georgia:Legality and Zoning: ADUs are legal in many parts of Georgia, but regulations vary by location.

'New York' along with your hard money lender search query.

As a Realtor I can use certain search queries to show the unincorporated listings, but since I have been doing this a long time I know which areas on the map are UI and I confirm using PCPAO website.