Manager suspects they are cooking meth in their own trailer, and we just completed the eviction. I am not sure we can get ahold of the elusive owner either, so logically going to file for abandoned home, but considering the meth issue and back-rent owed, is there anything I should consider? I do understand some guys are good at cleaning meth lab homes, so doubt that will be a real issue (except costs?).
Otherwise, here is my plan (combination of MHU and forums):
• First step is to try to assess the condition inside the home if possible.
• Check serial number and lookup owner with assessors office.
• If owner is not known, try to find out who they are (e.g. Google), and see if they will sign the paperwork to get the title changed over to your name.
• Offer them $100 to forgive their backrents in exchange for the title (this is the fast and easy way to transfer the title)
• If that does not work, then we have to put together a case showing how and why you are the real owner and see if you can get a new title in the park’s name.
• We will also have to show all liens as paid.
• If the title shows a lien, get with the creditor to get it released.
• If lien still exists, and you want the home, you will have to negotiate a settlement
• If the home is not worth fixing, tear down and lose money?