Today is the first day I inspect the house in 27 months.The house is in super dirty condition - trashes everywhere, toilets and sinks are so filthy, AC vents are covered by black stuff and filter is black too.

However my experience is that many people claim they knew nothing about a court action and yet the plaintiff has proof of service. 

After a long drawn out eviction of a SFH on Long Island NY, we needed to have some work done (painting, new light fixtures, patch some holes, and basic plumbing, such as a new toilet, install vanities with faucets, and new shower fixtures.

That one mistake that costed me was also a very valuable learning lesson and has saved me since because I took action what I once lost, and it has since been something that I am glad that happened to me because I really understood what I learned from that. 

@Shyla HydeAs long as the property has not been lost by legal action to the tax sale purchaser you can still move forward with the purchase.

So i was told if i'm adding more fixtures I may need to upgrade the line from B Box that is 15' from property located in front curbside.Ceiling height 8'3" (coming soon) Currently 7'3".Exit in rear, (soon to be one in front)1000 sqft of available spaceAlready had plumbing of 4" cast iron stub out for a toilet which is original to house. 6" clay pipe is in great condition underground.Home already had all brand new 1" copper lines that reduce to 3/4" to each unit and then 1/2" stub outs to each fixture. 

They may own (free and clear) a nice car, some jewelry or other items of adequate value (or preferably great value) to act as compensation for the lost rent.I'm not suggesting that you open a pawn shop service for wayward tenants, but in this one case, since you're seem to be having difficulty taking direct action against the children's welfare, you might want to barter for the missing cash component of the next three month's rent.Like others above, I however still confused about why you as the listing agent are burdened with this decision.  

Some states interpret that as performing actions requiring a license without actually holding the required license.David J Dachtera"Success is not a destination.

One thing about successful people is they are action oriented.

Big goals, big action, big results.I'll achieve my goal through lead generation via bandit signs, classified ads, calling craigslist ads, PPC, driving for dollars & consistent direct mailings.