You need to get to those court records and read them, as well as all her family's records.

This would be a very technical point of law buried in some court precedent. this is an interpretation that would vary by state.

I think we all agree PM is a challenging business, 90% of the time it's very satisfying providing safe, well-maintained housing...8% it's an absolute thrill because there's nothing quite so invigorating as meeting a mouthy tenant in court and seeing a night-and-day attitude change...and 2% its humbling when you need to separate ties with an owner (or tenant for that matter) because they need to go in a different direction. 

Certain areas of the country, like Seattle, had nice price run-ups due to shortage in housing. 

Hi All,I have been under the impression that, when a property with existing tenants is sold in the state of Massachusetts (and elsewhere in the country, but I am looking for information specifically regarding MA), any existing rental agreements between the seller and tenants are automatically assigned to the new owner.

I read Nolo also but curious if anyone has experience with a shortened duration for the notice and if courts accepted/rejected.

Would that even stand up in court?

You'll have to check the local probate court and get the name of the executor or administrator.

Can I get her to sign an agreement giving up all rights to property effective 1/12/19 that would hold up in court? 

Always get a W9 from whomever you hire• Make sure you have them sign lien waivers before you give final payment• Check your city's court documents(public info and usually online) to ensure they don't have any judgements against them• Do not pay 50% up front.