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When Squatters move in....

Postby lannypoffo » Sun Jun 13, 2010 7:54 pm

Sounds like there is quite an extended process to get them out. I'm also wondering if criminal charges are filed? Or merely civil?

Anyway - interesting story about Mansion Squatters in Kirkland here: http://seattletimes.nwsource.com/html/d ... nny13.html

I also found the comments very interesting - especially how many "thumbs up" ratings comments about walking away from existing mortgages are getting. I really think there is a sea change in attitudes happening regarding house purchasers that are underwater walking away from their mortgages.

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Re: When Squatters move in....

Postby Markor » Mon Jun 14, 2010 9:58 am

Seems like crime does pay when the thieves simply claim they own the place.
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Re: When Squatters move in....

Postby lannypoffo » Wed Jun 16, 2010 9:18 am

Nice to see that there is a follow-up to the story:

http://seattletimes.nwsource.com/html/t ... _at_k.html

Looks like the media attention prompted the Kirkland police to take action. Hopefully other clever operators don't get any bright idea's and try the same thing!

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Re: When Squatters move in....

Postby lannypoffo » Mon Aug 23, 2010 7:22 am

This story keeps getting better and better....

http://seattletimes.nwsource.com/html/d ... d=obinsite

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