The kids assume they're getting a clean inheritance and start planning the sale to split the proceeds.

Do I need to go through the court, or can I simply hire a locksmith to enter and begin cleaning out the property?

First goal isn’t perfection, it’s a clean, profitable rep you can repeat.

Lenders usually require 20 to 25 % down and clean financial records, which also simplify tax reporting.This post does not create a CPA-client relationship.

I’ve been working on a simple underwriting tool for small investors who don’t want to spend an hour in Excel every time they look at a property.Here’s how it works:Drop in the basics (price, rent, expenses, loan terms)In 30 seconds, it spits out NOI, Cap Rate, DSCR, Cash-on-Cash, and a simple traffic-light recommendation (Green / Yellow / Red)You get a clean one-page summary you can actually use to make a quick “go/no-go” callI’m testing it out with real investors now.

Investment Info:Single-family residence fix & flip investment.Purchase price: $5,000Sale price: $15,000Contributors:Peter VekselmanPartner Driven and Marc Segien scored a fast and clean win in Algona, Iowa.

I’m writing more offers, asking for real discounts, and pairing two-option offers—clean cash close or financed with terms—while keeping creative tools ready like seller finance or rate buydowns.

One clean base hit you can rinse and repeat beats waiting for appreciation to save you.

Good management and cleaning is certainly the most important part of that.Hope this helps!

He cleans the yard , empties the house , rips up carpet , gets rid of anything that looks bad .