You've already indicated that you have a court date.

The landlord can then proceed with the eviction process in court if the tenant does not remit payment.

Similar to a broker's opinion of value, this analysis is less detailed and may not follow USPAP guidelines.Replacement cost method: This methodology is supported by a 1982 tax court case, Meiers v Commissioner (T.C.

I can generate some anecdotal examples, but would really like to see a professional study, existing court case, etc.

If you're a 5% owner for only part of the tax year, then only the services performed during that period count toward qualifying.Also, it's important to note that the Tax Court has held that merely being on calls doesn't meet the 750-hour requirement.

But upon looking at court records this person has multiple driving violations and charges of criminal trespassing.

Technically the tenant could contact escrow and instruct them to stop making payments, but the money would then be held by escrow until both parties agreed upon forward action or a court ordered action.

The OP said the tenant was evicted through court, so I assume they have a judgment and can turn that over to collections.

Many people say "I know for a fact none of my family has judgments" but family members regularly do not discuss their financial problems with other family members, may be unaware of legal issues and their standing, and there also could be fraud.You should also consider any prior spouses among the parties that ever lived at the property as a marital interest attachs regardless if they were on title unless resolved by express court decree (in which case former spouse should join the conveyance).An attorney is not required - though you will need a properly drafted deed, GITREP form, and affidavit of consideration to record.

Small claims court maybe.