Getting a modification on a loan would mean the borrower is willing to reinstate, which means the borrower is willing to start paying.  

One technique, I used for years on Lease Options was to 'forget a vital piece of paperwork' when taking an application.

Welcome to the community @Tammy Vitale!  

Persistence and action are vital so just keep making the necessary calls everyday and doing your DD.

From what I've seen servicers execute modifications "at the direction of" the lender which implies it's the lender ultimately negotiating the modified credit terms.

Shoehorn another rental into that building with some modifications?

There is no property tax exemption that I am aware of for having solar panels or any other eco-friendly modification.

From what I've read on BP, REIA's are a vital tool for any professional RE investor, and I look forward to participating in one.@ Ralph JensenWhen exactly are you coming up, and where is your property?

wandamou, yes persistency is vital.

By leaving out vital information of what is required to effectively execute these methods like, TIME (we have over 900 hours invested and are far from the tipping point of success with this, we have the luxury of doing this full time most don't).