So, while I don't think the aunt has any legal standing to block the kids selling the house to you, she may have enough influence over them to do just that.

Granted, there are variables that would influence and subsequently guide each member towards a different strategy but if there's some basic advice you can offer that would be great.  

As a result returns may be a bit lower versus outside markets but you are also provided with lower risk versus other tertiary markets that are more affected by potential macro economic influences. 

My general recommendation would be to avoid buying individual condos unless you are willing to be on the HOA board and influence policy - too much risk otherwise that the building could introduce rent restrictions. 

I know it's not down on the Plaza, that's A in KC.Are you familiar with the tenant's business, type, industry ROI, market, what influence their income to pay higher rents, their ability to pay?

And as for the afore mentioned books consider reading "How to Win Freinds and Influence People" too.

While memories are priceless, caution their ability to influence a financial decision by bringing emotions to the picture.

Looking at about $5K to have him on my team and it would be worth it if they said yes, and he would have a lot of influence on that decision I bet.

If its something subjective, your biases may be influencing you.

The servicer couldn't force the seller to sign a contract, but they could certainly influence it based on deficiency amounts they'd require.