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In 2014, he approached the probate process by walking into the county title office and inquiring about properties in probate. He learned that only the amount owed—$10,500—was necessary to secure the house. He bid that amount, and the judge accepted, as there were no other offers at the time.
He explains that the key is understanding what is owed on the property. Since the estate in his case owed only a relatively small amount, he paid cash, effectively purchasing the house at a fraction of market value.
Challenges Along the Way
While the process was straightforward in theory, the YouTuber faced several hurdles:
The property was heavily damaged and needed significant renovations
The previous family attempted to reclaim or loot the house