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Tom Reichner wrote in post #11614710
I would definitely express my interest in obtaining the equipment. But I think it's important to make sure she knows you are not out to try to "get a deal". It would be in very bad taste to look as though you're hoping to get a bargain.

A classy way to handle this would be to say something like,
"When you have the equipment appraised, I would be glad to pay the full appraisal price for the equipment".

That way, everyone knows that you are trying to be fair and above-board, and not trying to profit from your relative's death.

Frankly, that makes no sense. He's a relative. The only conflict would be if someone else in the family wanted the equipment. But inasmuch as the man's widow has already shown favor to the OP in that regard, it would be a disfunctional family indeed to expect him to pay for it.

Ditto the remarks on being respectful, and offer to help them deal with ALL the studio in return for first dibs on buying any of the equipment. (Offer a reasonable price. They may give it to you but do not assume that.)

and I'm sorry for your loss.

If you decide to dispose of the equipment, let me know, since I am interested in buying (some of) it.

That would work for me.

bohdank wrote in post #11619491
If you decide to dispose of the equipment, let me know, since I am interested in buying (some of) it.

That would work for me.

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Another word of encouragement to talk to them about it. Good luck.

CallumPhoto wrote in post #11614129
Just let them know, I bet they'd be happier to keep it in the family.

+111111111111111 The first thought that came to my head. It'll be like a piece of him is still in the family.

I let her know I was interested in some things and offered to help her sell things if she needed. Decision on everything will be in April. Thanks for all the replies.