Eerie Colorado Listing: Occupant Refuses to Leave

A perplexing real estate listing in Nunn, Colorado, has captured public attention due to its unusual conditions: potential buyers cannot see inside the home, cannot inspect it, and the current resident, Tori McMachin, may still be present upon purchase. McMachin, who has resided in the house for years and raised her children there, describes it as the last acquisition of her late husband before his death.

The property has been entangled in foreclosure proceedings for more than 15 years, originating from a loan taken out in 2006. McMachin asserts that the bank refused to work with her as the surviving spouse after her husband's passing and would not accept her payments, leading her to stop paying. She has engaged in multiple court battles to contest the foreclosure, winning some but recently losing an appeal that led to the property being listed.

McMachin is now relying on a 2024 Colorado law that grants evicted tenants the right to a jury trial. The real estate agent handling the sale noted this is the first time he has listed a foreclosed property with an occupant still inside, having been instructed not to interact with her. McMachin has reportedly spent approximately $60,000 on legal fees over the years.

This situation highlights a complex intersection of legal battles, viral internet mysteries, and the personal stories of individuals affected by property disputes. The loan has changed servicers numerous times, complicating efforts to ascertain the current lienholder's stance.