I forgot theres already companies doing what you are attempting to do. 

Or attempt to acquire by delinquent tax (heard that is an option but am admittedly not schooled on the subject)? 

Is this idea that any of the BP members have attempted?

3) Would a walk-through of the unit be appropriate to attempt to confirm the 2 of the 3 parties have moved out and to assess any potential damage to the unit?

I have not been able to connect with Zillow after several attempts.  

On the passive side: REIT, NNN, joining SyndicationsIn the middle (not passive, but attempt to minimize the work): turnkey, multifamily with a PM, SFR with PMLabor intensive: notes, self managed buy n hold RE Most labor intensive but opportunity for highest returns: Value adds, BRRRR, wholesale, being the syndicator, being the developer, flips.The last category requires work, but can produce returns in a different league than the stock market. 

I believe they are attempting to start a lawsuit.

My wife and I are new to REI, but we have been buried in books in an attempt to educate ourselves further. 

I have not listen to the podcast  you referred, but what you describe is just another attempt to postpone the closing until a person has their  end buyer lined up.

Hello BP I am attempting to establish a team in Dayton Ohio.