Have proof on hand (easy enough to find) online of the missed tax payments and any documentation that supports that he specifically didn't pay his taxes.Probably a simply mistake on his part, but now if he wants to develop on it, he either has to land lease it from you or buy it back.I'm not sure how the whole tax deed thing works, so that would be something you have to figure out between the two of you.

It really is a minefield out there.I know everyone likes the convenience of the web, and they are tired of hearing it, but this really is a business based on relationships, not online anonymity.

However, if all they offer is general info, I think you can find most of it yourself in Bigger Pockets and other online sources.

The total cost for this monthly for me is $1.00 fee for online payment for Sevier County, TN and the .73 cent stamp for Blount County, TN.

There are also many online calculators you can use if you do a search for them.

Overall, sounds like there is more inventory coming on line in 2025 in some major markets so wondering what some of those leading indicators of a "bottom" might be.

It will be easy for you to check if they paid on time, as you can check instantly online.  

Just shop around online, look for properties similar to yours, add them to favorites and watch them to see how long it takes for them to rent.

With the above said we have a 75 acre country subdivision coming online this spring.  100% cash.  

Look up the default risk by credit score, this information is readily available online.