@Bill S. does he have to proceed with an eviction in Colorado in order to take back possession of his property?

The HOA can foreclose and take possession of the property, but even if they do the 1st lien position can still foreclose and take possession back.  

I could have done deals back then had I possessed the knowledge I now have. 

I went over there today and took photos (have photos of the house time stamped right before they took possession).  

Did you request possession or just a judgement?

If default shall be made as set forth above, then, in any of such cases, the Landloard may, by written notice to the Tenant, immediately declare this lease terminated, and in such event, in addition to any other action or remedy which the Landloard may have at law or in equity to recover damages or otherwise by reason of a breach by the Tenant of provisions of this lease, the Landload shall have the right to remove the Tenant by summary proceedings and thereafter the Landlord may reenter upon and take possession of the demised premises and every part thereof, either by force or otherwise, without being liable to any prosecution, action of damages therefore and have and enjoy the demised premises as of its former estate free, clear and discharges of the lease and of all the right of the Tenant hereunder; and the Tenant also shall pay to the Landlord upon demand all fees and expenses, including reasonable attorney's fees, incurred in connection with and in obtaining possession of the demised premises as aforesaid.

What I would do is provide the tape from the financial institute, and then, they can tell me what information they want on the notes they're interested in.I would consider offering the following:Crime summary of the property's location from Trulia.All the county tax information (usually from the assessors), including the city's info (eg, taxes).Comps and ARV/FMV, upon request, for those whose plans include taking possession of a property, and may want to sell it.Rent averages, for those whose plans include taking possession of a property, and may want to rent it.Title information from a local title company.General city stats (so they can have some ideas of the local market).What else?

It is also possible that the tax lien buyer owns the property but just hasn't taken possession of the house yet.

I know more than a few folks who are leaving because it sucks to pay $300k+ for a home and then spend your time trying to figure out how to keep yourself and your possessions safe from thieves, while you are watching junkies shoot up in the street.

These and any addendums stipulate all rules, regulations, duties and termsthis an that shouldbe evaluated and renewed every year.No tenant should move in or take possession of a property prior to all prior to all conditions of the lease for move in being met.