So, I snagged this duplex back in February, and I’m living it up on one side. But here’s the kicker – the house across the street still had their Christmas decorations up, like forever. And to top it off, their car was as still as a rock. I started getting antsy, thinking maybe something happened to the owner, especially since no one seemed to be coming or going. So, I took matters into my own hands and called the local cops for a wellness check. They sniffed around, but since there was no funky smell wafting out, they couldn’t barge in without a good reason.
I went full-on detective mode and dug up some info on the county property site. Lo and behold, the property taxes were paid up to 2024, and I even found the names of the couple who own the place. Turns out, they’re chilling in Kentucky. Now, I’m standing at a crossroads. Should I shoot them a letter and spill the beans about my interest in their property? It’s been neglected for too long, but it’s got mad potential. I’m thinking of sprucing it up and turning it into a rental goldmine.
The couple snagged the place for a cool 80k back in 2015, and Zillow’s throwing around a 250k estimate nowadays. I’m eyeing a sweet deal to take this burden off their hands. But here’s the twist – is this move a bit too out there? And how much should I even offer for the joint?
I can’t shake the feeling that this house could be my next big project. It’s just sitting there, waiting for some love and attention. Plus, I’m all about that potential profit. So, what do you think – should I dive into this risky business move, or is it better to let sleeping houses lie?