Did they move out?

09.15.13 I had a missed call on the cell. I recognized the number. It was the son of the previous owner of our foreclosure. I knew exactly what was coming...with their deadline to vacate on or before 09.16.13 at 5:00 pm fast approaching and a front yard full of possessions...my guess was a request for more time. I returned the call, getting his voicemail. I left a cordial voice mail...this is Steph, returning your call. You can contact me at xxx-1234.

09.16.13 Received a return call from the son of our previous owner. They needed some more time. He didn't realize his mother had so much stuff and with working, he just hadn't gotten through everything. Now mind you - the front yard has had an ever-growing lot of household items, chairs, lamps, what appears to be odd-n-ends from a many, many junk drawers, along with empty boxes, items covered in blue tarps and garbage bags, I assume full of more possessions - they are getting everything moved onto the front yard.

I am now faced with the dilemma: is it time to play hard ball and simply say out or make another accommodation in hopes of limiting damage, garbage and other headaches.

I don't make a decision on the phone and let the son know that our intention was to move forward with the eviction on Tuesday morning, but I would speak with my attorney and be back with him in a couple hours. I called our attorney. A quick update on the previous owners request and we resolve to grant a second extension. Minimum costs to proceed with a summons and complaint is estimated at $1500. Granted the court could order the previous owner to pay the costs, but I'm guessing since they haven't paid on the mortgage since 2008 (yes 2008) I'm not going to collect the court costs.

I call the previous owner's son back and advise, our hesitation in allowing another extension, however contingent upon an inspection of the home and yard to ensure they are making a good faith effort to vacate, we will grant an extension to Saturday, Sept 21 at 5:00 pm.

He was very thankful and becomes quite talkative. So I ask, "What do we really have there?.

Stop back soon for more on my conversation.