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In other words they have not provided the court with any instructions on how they want their assets distributed through a will.  

Be wary of it appearing as you being a "straw buyer".

2.Sometimes what appears to be a great deal...

I understand that it's a process with the courts & it could take a few months, but in the meanwhile, the tenants has turned the utilities back on under their names.

Reading through this thread it appears that someone offers advice then you reply back to refute it.

and if you want to 'tag' someone, start typing their name immediately after @ and then watch for the name of the person to appear below the text box where you are typing.

Barring an unexpected Kasich veto the foreclosure process in Ohio is about to change.Here are a few highlights of the bill: Creates an expedited foreclosure process for vacant and abandoned properties.Adopts the Uniform Law Commission language concerning standing and the ability to sue for foreclosure when the note is lost or destroyed.Establishes that a person is guilty of criminal mischief if he knowingly causes damage to the residential property after being served with a complaint in foreclosure.Modifies how taxes will be prorated in foreclosure cases.Allows, after court approval, the use of private selling officers in foreclosure actions.

If you are getting a loan from a friend or family member, it is a good idea to use an IOU note in case you need evidence of the debt in a court of law.

You might also check the court records with a quick check for their names to see if they have been sued or have sued other folks a lot.