We always make sure it happens at closing regardless of what has transpired in the contract negotiation process because that is so critical to the success of the 1031.  

@Ori SklootI don't know why you would pursue a house that has a murder that transpired inside.  

I could write all night long about what all has transpired thus far but I'll close with giving a few major tips for success.

My goal is to cash out the heirs and purchase this home before it goes to auction, but I want to be able to provide them with an accurate picture of the events that are about to transpire.

Let's take a look at a typical Tenant History or Ledger Sheet.You will be able to see at a glance everything that transpired with this tenant.  

It's a great overview of some of what's happening here right now as well as a very insightful reflection on what has transpired over the past 10 years.Here's an article summary of the video in tomorrow's Memphis Daily News.

Were you a little stressed out while all this was transpiring?

That's exactly what transpired on this transaction.

Keep in mind you never know what may transpire in th efuture.

(And as it stands now we ARE preparing a case of the entire process - from the $1000 they originally padded our bid amount - to the attempted milking at the closing - to the entire process that has transpired these past few weeks that have been completely unethical, chaotic & downright ridiculous).