Should I personally view original utility bills or just trust the summary of expenses shown in 1 page faxed to me by my real estatre agent? what is the norm? The reason I`m asking is my real estate agent told me she is not sure the executrix will be able to locate them.
Also, I received a fax saying "All are long term tenants. Always pay their rent on time. #1 and #2 pay by cash. #3 pays by cheque - has never been a problem." How can i verify something like that (that they always pay on time etc..)? Should I talk directly with the tenants or just put all my expectations in a new contract to be signed by the tenants? (I understand that money trunsfer is even better however they are all on disability and I am not sure this is an option(?) ) THANKS.
Also, I received a fax saying "All are long term tenants. Always pay their rent on time. #1 and #2 pay by cash. #3 pays by cheque - has never been a problem." How can i verify something like that (that they always pay on time etc..)? Should I talk directly with the tenants or just put all my expectations in a new contract to be signed by the tenants? (I understand that money trunsfer is even better however they are all on disability and I am not sure this is an option(?) ) THANKS.