Clarity before decisions

Small steps for an overwhelming property situation.

These short guides are designed to help you organize the facts—not to pressure you toward a particular choice.

5-minute guide

What to gather before a property conversation

  • The property address and your relationship to it
  • The most urgent repair, notice, or deadline
  • Any photos or reports you already have
  • The outcome you hope to reach
Decision guide

Questions to ask anyone proposing a solution

  • What exactly are you proposing?
  • What will I be responsible for?
  • What fees, deductions, or conditions apply?
  • What happens if I choose not to proceed?
Deadline guide

How to organize urgent notices

  • Put documents in date order
  • Write every deadline on one page
  • Record who sent each notice
  • Contact the appropriate legal or housing professional early

These general resources are educational and are not legal, lending, financial, tax, or housing-counseling advice.

Take a breath

You do not need to have everything figured out.

Tell Kompass what is happening. We’ll help you identify a practical next step.