Hi Lisa,I don't have any advice to offer but my deepest condolences for his losses and yours.That's a lot of added emotional impact on an already difficult business transaction.Praying for wisdom and peaceful resolution for you!

The house has a security system, but it hasn't been activated.Any advice, comments, condolences ;) , etc. are welcome.

Condolences....Trust is pretty much eroded by now, the foundation of the landlord tenant relationship.

I am starting to think that I should send the typical probate letter acknowledging the death with condolences and sending it to the PR which I assume is the executor.I am looking for advice and others experience with some rates of letters to leads conversion.

I don't offer condolences because, again, it's probably been months since the person died.

Griffin - Chief RescuerPersonal Representative NameAddressCity, State, ZipGood Morning (Name),First, let me take a moment to offer my condolences on the passing of your loved one.

Just be open about how you know and offer your condolences.

However, I am more settled now, at the end of my lease, and want to pull the trigger on our first investment property and would like your input and advise.The intent is to buy the property (condo), live in it for 2-5 years while we renovate it and save money for another property, and then lease it out.In such a situation, is it recommended to put the minimum down, or the typical 20% down?

@Kenneth Blacow -- first and foremost, my condolences to you and your sister for your loss.  

Have you thought about house hacking your condo? Live