On a long multi year turn around, I just pull the coil out, shop vac the grits and bits inside and replace a new drip pan (get the right size configuration in bulk and try to even buy the same model oven if you are scaling up for uniformity).oven cleaner any burnt on debris.... 

Since there was a quit claim deed in the chain of possession, and the "ownership" is partitioned, title insurance may be hard to come by.

The non-refundable deposit turns into the security deposit after the move-in inspection and possession takes place.  

If it were me and the tenant does not show up to court, once given the writ of possession I would consider the items abandon and dispose of them. 

I guess the actual conversation with Bob is in the upsell, LOL, it sounds good, but put reality in as a business model, dealing with the public and you'll have issues.Bob should be known to you, I think that was implied, but having a "product" approach as this is what I offer and anyone can get my product is absolutely out of bounds if you want to stay out of jail.

The number one reason people fail in this business is they do not treat their rentals like a business (and yes I was on the verge myself).Either create a successful business model that your are not only going to follow but enforce or partner with a property management company that can help guide you.

I've moved pieces of junk (80's models) from VA to Boston (no kidding) and had i-beams "kink" and roll on me while on the interstate.

Tenant can also say they paid your partner who is no longer the owner as the tenants defense in this situation and can delay your gaining possession of the property.

You have already gained possession, so the payment is on the judgment.

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