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Arturo Martinez
  • Fort Worth, TX
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I just took a look at an abandoned house that has a "Pending Demolition" notice on the door.Just got off the phone with that department and they said it is because they have asked the owner multiple times to make some repairs to the property and they haven't been done. I checked the taxes and the owner has $10,200 in unpaid taxes. I am about to do an open records request on this abandoned property. What all should I request if I am interested in this property?

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Rick H.#4 Marketing Your Property Contributor
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Rick H.#4 Marketing Your Property Contributor
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I'm guessing that this info bi passes the need to request under the public records or freedom of information act(s).

Suggest you get all info regarding the liens and claims, deadlines, etc. and sun info about owner that is not available thru other channels. Send a copy of your findings to the owner along with your cover letter and proposal.

In the meantime, better find out situation re: equity, mortgage owners, if any, and send same to them. Might be able to buy mortgage on the cheap unless it's a big bank like Chase et al.

Better know your numbers so you understand the opportunity, if there actually is one for your troubles.

Good luck and keep us posted.

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