I share the above as an example of what an "efficient" communication may look like.

How can I make an offer that is going to be communicating why they have it overvalued without them just shutting the door on me?

Aside from the metadata, I think I've omitted any personally identifiable information - although, I'm always looking to improve in the communications department.  

I told them that timely communication is key and required, and to let us know any good or bad news that comes up.

From what you've described, there shouldn't be any problem with the loan because the unit is clearly habitable if the tenants have been there for 8 years.Not sure if there are agents involved or if you're communicating directly with the seller, but it won't hurt to see if the seller can suggest to the tenants to make sure the unit is presentable for the appraisal. 

The project had and still has many issues - many of which boils down to communication.

And since we communicate with the IRS through out filings (deeds and LLC and corporate registrations are state creations) it is the tax return that reports the activity of the property that is the taxpayer for the property for 1031 purposes.If you and your wife file a joint tax return then each of you and both of you are the same taxpayer. 

@Matt "Roar" GardnerHey Matt, I’m no expert haha but what I like about it is it’s free to list and they have an app and messaging system you can directly communicate with guests.

Terrible communication.

Local meaning you have the right contacts on the ground; are able to communicate in real-time with those contacts & including in your budget dropping into the area on a periodic basis.