In a another year, refinance some cash out and repeat the possess.  

Should I ask the bank to sign the title and give me physical possession so I can give it to my buyer after I flip it?

I currently have this one in my possession ready to be devoured.

Any demand of rent, or rent and possession, by a landlord or the landlord's agent shall be deemed good within the meaning of this or any other statute of this state, when made at any time after the right to rent and possession accrues or the rent becomes due according to the terms of the agreement, whether by written lease or otherwise."

It's not enough that "Bank of A" originated the note and/or has possession of the note.

If still no one calls me, I'll ask animal control to remove the dog and gain the possession?

So, needless to say I am not in possession of my exact offer dates and info.

Remember cash is King and Owner financing is better.Understand creative financing, always ask for owner financing, possession, subornation, substitution of collateral, delayed settlement and discounts for early pay off.Offer less - guarantee your equity profit - some say, "If you are not embarrassed with your offer, you are offering too much!"

Also, do you have a handle on what repairs are needed if you do take possession?

A "customer" who turned out to be another owner in the building rented the apartment via AirBnB under a false name and after being there more than 30 days gets legal possession of the rental under SF law and cannot be evicted.