Since the property is vacant and the judge awards me a judgement to take possession am I able to start the rehab process?

Don't enter the premises until you have possession, either through her returning the keys, or being awarded it through the courts. 

Even the mayor gave them an award and stated that with his 28 years in newburgh, he has never seen a group do such a thing.

He has several awards and has gone to the auction for me numerous times as well as sourced me over 200 properties in the last 2 years.

In MA, even though they have a lease, a judge usually awards no more than 3 months as they assume you should be able to fill it by then.....but that's MA where they love tenants.Another thought I have is if stay, they will either move the the relatives in or start breaking things.....not worth it even if you are right.

Networking.Even if you don’t approach a bid winner and offer to purchase their newly awarded property, you can still visit with a stack of business cards and network with people.

I can't sell you on my experience, awards, or accolades (or lack thereof), but I can sell you on my work ethic, enthusiasm, determination, and willingness to learn!

She awarded me the entire suit plus attorneys fees.  

If you decide to move or refi then you'll need to pay back the full or partial amount of the assistance which was awarded to you.

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