Wow, 17 years of that is amazing for those untouchables in your backyard!
I see your point and his to a some extent (a real sickness or ego issue). But, the fact that a family lives there is at their own health risks.
This is probably a case of full ownership and no homeowners insurance? Now a land value thing that drives them to hang on....
I could see it being a "I like the money" hoarder as it fits the way its unfolding.
Been in some "hoarders without money" homes and nothing will surprise a person who sees this with eyes and nose. People are adaptable is all I can say.
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Mike/Illinois
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