Q: An acquaintance passed away back in December with no heirs. Can anyone purchase his house and truck from the state?
Home grown up and really not livable, brand new truck still on drive. Is truck up for sale with property and who do I talk to about purchasing it all
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A: What does the State have to do with it? Search the title and start asking around about who his heirs and next of kin is. They are the owners at his death unless he had a probated Will.
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A: If you are really interested in the properties, hire a private investigator to find heirs.
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