Both allege they were his common-law spouse.I am imagining this playing out like a live Jerry Springer episode, with probate court as the stage and legal claims as the punches.

While cashing out more equity might seem appealing, it will result in a lower cash-on-cash return due to the higher rate and LTV.

Try to fight the insurance company or pro-squatter in the court.

So, successful agreements (those that “stand up” when tested in court) have the spouse without the assets receiving a significant lump sum in event of divorce,For smaller sums of money/assets alternatives to prenuptial agreements may serve the purpose best.  

Ask for them to remove the tree.Fifth, see if you can apply to get a protective order from a court to maintain the property. 

Plus, it’s a corner lot with a big yard, which adds a lot of appeal.

You won't enhance the appeal of your property with a Suburban full of stuff.  5.  

@Scott TrenchI see the appeal of discouraging spammers.

After owning properties C/D neighborhoods with high crime statistics, I have experienced all of the things that go along with it: 1) High turnover rate; 2) Tenants that don't care for the property; 3) Little/No apprec...

In recent years he seems to be aligning himself with other programs which I also do not find appealing.