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My Tenant Died, what to do?

Dell J.
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Hello fellow BPers,

One of my tenant died a few days ago. They were 4 months behind in rent and the apartment is a mess with trash, old food and body fluids.

I would like the back rent and I will need professionals to clean up. I don't want to be an ******* but I have been set back a few thousands by this ordeal.

My questions are

Has anyone dealt with this type of thing? any recommendations?

Is it worth it to put a lien against his estate?

I have met some of his family and I don't have confidence that they will come to clean the apartment. At what point could I clear out the apartment and throw away everything without waiting for the family?

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