I'm currently attempting to work with them for a refinance.

I can count on exactly one finger the number of friends I have with which I would attempt this. 

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)? 

Assuming Minneapolis enacts new short term rental regulations, it'll only be a matter time until St Paul follows suit.

Just wanted it to be clear that you need to have started with the property as your primary (I assume at least when the law was changed/enacted). 

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.