Even if your most expensive formal eviction was only $1,600, the real cost is in the time.In Connecticut, the eviction process can easily take 3–6 months (or longer if the tenant contests), during which:You’re losing monthly rent — potentially $4,000–$8,000 or more.The tenant may stop maintaining the unit or cause damage.You’re likely paying legal fees, court costs, and potentially storage/removal fees after they leave.So while cash for keys feels like a “bonus” to the tenant, it’s often the cheapest and fastest path to getting your unit back in rentable condition — especially in states with long and tenant-friendly eviction processes. 

It will likely be an automatic transfer, so even the letter will be bypassed unless the family members listed in the Will (beneficiaries) make a contest of the deed though Probate court. 

Take pictures of the damage in case your tenant contests it later.I am not aware of Section 8 paying a security deposit, but check with the tenant's case worker on what to do with it.

It's going to be area specific, but usually you are allowed a certain amount of time to contest the fines.

About 10-15 years ago counties got sick of people contesting the values.

Errors in the process as small as that create a "cloud" aka uncertainty on the title because one of those parties could show up later on and contest the foreclosure as improper because of their lack of property notification. 

But if the tenant is contesting the eviction, there's a history of issues, or you're unsure about the legal steps, it might be a good idea to consult with one to avoid delays or mistakes.

I suspect if someone contests could be longer.I also think once you go to mediation this will get worked out pretty quick mediators if you get a good one do a nice job putting these deals together..

I know there are quite a few companies out there that will contest your property taxes for you and take a fee if they win.  

Some counties allow you to contest the assessment and successfully get a reduction, while others won’t even entertain the question.For example, I have a property in Atlanta, Georgia, in Clayton County, and when I tried to get a property tax reduction, the county outright told me they wouldn’t even consider it.When that happens, your only real option is to hire a lawyer who specializes in contesting property tax assessments.