Unclaimed Property, Real Problems: How Vacant Homes Hurt Your Neighborhood
When a homeowner dies without a clear succession plan, their property doesn't just sit—it deteriorates. With no legal heir stepping forward, the home becomes vulnerable. We've seen what happens: doors left unlocked, lawns overgrown, windows broken. Then come the complaints—about noise, trespassers, suspicious activity. Eventually, someone calls the police. Even something as basic as securing [...]