I must wait on the sidewalk -until all belongings are removed, and the Sheriff does another quick search to make sure all belongings are outside, signs off on this removal, and then instructs me ( or anybody else) to have complete access to the house - where I can change the locks, etc..The reason for the "professional" eviction company is for expediency...the county is usually weeks behind to witness the eviction.

There must be hidden profits, that we common folks just can't grasp? 

Work with insurance company to gain appropriate coverage (Can you recommend a good post with instructions to follow and company I can use, do you recommend I use one of the self-serve legal sites instead of using an expensive legal firm).

There are a lot more instructions you have tell them with that.  

Thanks for your advice sir, and I will definitely will follow the instructions given.

@Steve Carlsen You can also ask whoever's handling your escrow (or the closing attorney, if that's what you use in your area) to prepare binding escrow instructions and use that as your signed contract.They're going to need written instructions anyways, so I've found escrow is more than willing to help with this if there's no agents involved.

A gas leak, hidden plumbing leaks, and a failed sump pump put us over budget.  

The listing agent will usually have instructions available and may be willing to refer you to someone who can help you with the contract.If it's not listed with a real estate professional, you should contact the attorney handling the probate sale to see if they have special requirements regarding contract forms etc.There is no hard and fast rule that the PPA-CA must be used.

I was buying in my own name and was going directly off the instructions on the HUD Instructions to Buyer page. 

When dealing with agents whom I don't know and/or aren't aware of the Seller's motivation, I always take the time to write a contract and deliver it with a note highlighting the benefits of my offer.On the other hand, when representing a residential Seller I instruct all parties submitting offers to use a contract. .