The Nightmare of an Unpaid Water Bill: Unwanted Surprises and Inherited Debt

TLDRA woman discovers an unpaid water bill for her dream home, inherited from the previous owner. Years of frustration and unresolved issues follow as she tries to resolve the problem.

Key insights

💧The woman's dream home came with an unexpected surprise - an unpaid water bill.

🏠Despite the property being bought 'free and clear,' the woman inherited a $2,400 water bill.

🔒Multiple complaints and legal actions have provided no resolution to the ongoing issue.

🔄The problem dates back to a prior administration, but the current staff is working to resolve the woman's responsibility for the water she has used.

The length of time it will take to resolve the issue is still unclear.

Q&A

How did the woman discover the unpaid water bill?

The woman received a bill for a payment that she didn't make and discovered the inherited debt during the payment process.

Has the woman received any help from officials or legal actions?

Despite filing complaints with the Illinois Attorney's General and taking legal action, the woman has not found a resolution to her problem.

Who is responsible for the unpaid water bill?

The woman inherited the unpaid water bill from the previous owner of the house.

How long has the woman been dealing with this issue?

The woman has spent years trying to resolve the issue, with no success so far.

What is being done to resolve the problem?

The current staff is working with the woman to ensure she is only responsible for the water she has used, but the timeline for resolution is uncertain.

Timestamped Summary

00:09A woman discovers an unpaid water bill for her dream home.

00:18The inherited water bill becomes a significant problem for the woman.

00:36The more the woman pays, the more the problem persists.

00:56Despite legal documents showing the property was bought 'free and clear,' the woman still faces the water bill debt.

01:19Complaints and legal action have not provided a resolution to the issue.