So after many calls and Research it turns out the process is different for squatters than it is for some one who is actually defunct on rental payments, and since the squatters don't pay rent they actually fall in a different process to evict.  

This isn't an option either.3)  This IS an option...and maybe the best, if you can't do #4 (next)...4)  If the seller reduces their price, then buy it, but only if that reduced price falls in line with the new appraisal...not some type of compromise.  

Make sure your realtor understands that and don't fall in love with any property.

Also, don't fall for their Movers Advantage Program.

Previously the old deck (that was almost falling apart) had the stairs going circular (which is not up to code in Boston anymore) which gave my deck a lot of space.

something I learned a long time ago that: if you have to work to make something fall into place, then you should run away from it as there are more problems hiding.Lots of good  deals out there waiting to be found.

Crazy SOB was lucky the dumpster was there to break his fall.  

It's hard not to fall in love with something that you have invested time, money and have actually lived in.

I would look to get the work done through the fall and winter when labor may be easier to come by.

My escrowed mortgage payment is $918 without any tax deductions or local homeowner programs which will come into play after the new year, my mortgage officer said it may fall to around $850.