All my other income is in the form of W4s and is relative simple.

Not only are you looking at the cost for the back taxes, but also the initial cost for the title insurance and other charges related to researching the lot's history.

I've learned quite a lot from the experienced posters on this site.Hopefully I can get some advice on a situation I'm facing.I bought several tax liens in my home state of MS 2 years ago.I'm very happy with the returns, but I have one left that did not redeem.It was a homestead property when I purchased the lien, but now it has "estate" listed on the property, and the taxes are now about double what I paid for the lien.So I'm assuming the owner passed away in the last 2 years.August 30 was the final date for redemption, and I have filed to get a tax deed.My state is known to be lenient in favor of the property owner, and tough on the invester, so I do not expect to acquire the property.However, I have no experience in this aspect of the deal, therefore really don't know what to expect.As it is a relatively small lien, I'd like to avoid the expense of a lawyer if possible, as I'm not sure that money can/would be recouped.One avenue I have considered is to contact the owner when I have the deed, and offer a quit-claim settlement for my interest in the property.I'm interested in your thoughts on this solution, and any other ways to bring this matter to a close.The original lien was for $600.

I guess its all relative but REI terms for me this would mean not getting into complicated deals until I have the experience to understand them and not to leverage myself to the point where I couldn’t handle the worst case scenario.

With the “no one left behind” that is being pushed in schools that are creating a culture that is unable to take criticism.I told my kids I would pay 300% for any tread school they did, but would only pay 50% of any non trade related classes.

The SAFE Act is relatively new law that will add complexity to lending to a home owner.

Where I live the rents are relatively low and the home prices are moderately high.

(Of course, if your interest rate is very high on your car loan relative to your HELOC, then don't listen to me.

He is not focused on foreclosure related judgments.I will see if I can get some time later to read the full thread and add any comments that make sense.

No relation to these guys, so I won't vouch for the accuracy or completeness.