In short, I had plenty of work cut out for me if I bought this property.I negotiated with all of them a purchase agreement, which would involve my hiring a probate lawyer to help unravel the probate that occurred and try to get them the legal authority to sell me the house.

In some twisted logic of her's I defrauded her, so she never paid and never signed the paperwork for the Housing Authority, so they would pay me. 

I needed to see a lawyer.Day 3 - I was able to get an appointment with my attorney, who agreed with what the sheriff had told me and that no one had authority to take anything at the moment. 

Check with your local Housing Authority office regarding tax breaks, etc.  

Generally, the trustee has the authority to assume (continue) or reject (cancel) the agreement, making you an unsecured or secured creditor for any option money already paid.

There's a BP podcast with the author of a book called "Never Split the Difference".

Located inCentral Brunswick County makes it ideal for businesses and medicalpractices serving Southport, Supply, Leland, Shallotte and South Carolina.General InformationTaxing Authority: Brunswick CountyOffice Type: Business Park, Office BuildingZoning: C-LDProperty Use Type: Vacant/Owner-UserBuilding Name: Brunswick Medical CampusClass of Space: Class AGross Building Area: 2,434 SFBuilding/Unit Size (RSF): 2,434 SFUsable Size (USF): 2,434 SFDiscounted Sale Price: $155,000

Both authors are knowledgeable and active members here.

I have also tried calling the lawyer that's representing the finance company from out of state and left a voicemail saying I want to reach somebody with authority with the finance company they are representing so I could buy the home, but I received no reply. 

The author lives in Cali and did all his flips and rehab/hold investments out of state without ever stepping foot in the properties: https://www.biggerpockets.com/store/long-distance-...I hope this help and don't hesitate to ask questions!