I would go ahead and use the 30 day w/ junk mail approach. The need for a cure is probably driven by the contract's acceration clause but I would check out the note to see how many ways they defaulted.
Is there any chance you will get paid on this deal? Is it worth the bother? (Expense.) You have unsecured debt with a homeless person. Best of luck.
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