Default tenant that owes several months back rent has finally moved out and my mom who is the new new owner (brother died and left house and assumable mortgage to her in his will) is trying to get gas service but the gas company says service is still active and past due balance under tenant's name.What is the best resolution?

...or through a service online like auction.com?

We were happy with the service.

They had made changes outside immediately to personalize the house and  improve its curb appeal.

Be completely honest with them and if they don't want to work with you, it is better to walk away and lose the deal than to give up your integrity.Besides, they probably don't care, they just want to get their house sold, and if you're giving them what they're asking, you shouldn't be ashamed, you are doing everyone a service and collecting a fee.

Your past in the military service should help you to do this.  

This method won't increase my monthly cash flow much in immediate future, but as loans are paid down and hopefully appreciation occurs, my overall situation should improve dramatically. 

However, whether in practice an eviction can be successful, particularly if you've improved the property, is a question for an attorney.Good luck!

A good coat of paint will do wonders on improving a rental if nothing else. 

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