Good for Saronic! The Austin metro is sitting at super low unemployment rates 3.7% even as the metro is growing daily as the employment force expands rapidly. Saronic is in south Austin off south congress. 

Really your question would be, what are all the possible closing costs and there is a long list there, I suggest getting to know a local closing company to help you and they should have some info on a website.  

I am from California and I am looking to get into the local multifamily market.

I would get the list of owners from a local title rep you use, then take that to the local printing shop (all-in-one).

I am assuming that you do not have someone that is local with a key that can enter on your behalf...On another note, you have reason to believe that the tenant may need a safety check.

I can recommend a local attorney.

Since I will now be a local landlord of 4 doors I wanted to take over management myself - self manage to save money and have more control.I will use Zillow and FB marketplace to advertise vacancies.

Depending on the specific details and the local laws, they may not be able to sell the property until you have resolved the issue. 

Then seek out a local expert lender, and go over your options. 

I believe you can search here or on other local to you sites, for a local Roofer that does small repairs.