My father and I own a housing foreclosure business and a property inspection business, but the foreclosure business is bleak right now due to the nature of the market, so minimal leads. 

But remember this person just went through a natural disaster is in a very vulnerable state, please be ethical.

It's definitely an area that is undergoing revitalization especially with subway projects and the new RAMS stadium being built close by.

I know this, but the seller is a hard head and I don't want to rely on a difficult seller to make my 1031 transaction a success.So my question is, are there any 'force majeure' clauses that kick in to extend the 45 day selection period given there was a natural disaster in the area?  

My first thought would be just simply converting everything that uses Oil to Natural gas, even if I am still paying for those utility bills.

Also look for states and cities that have a good credit rating which ensures that they will be pouring money into revitalization which increases jobs, growth, appreciation and rents.4- Jobs.

Like natural causes, angry spouse, murderous house (like that other one), etc...or just that someone died?

However may be much easier trying model of that nature.

I know their are some revitalization happening.

Although by nature I'm introverted (although you couldn't tell in my professional career), I'm taking a leap forward of opening up and seeing how far this could take me.