Having filed a report with the relevant authorities may aid your argument with the bank, but I wouldn't expect much response outside of this.

A title company should be able to help with this.Also, you should check with local authorities (building/code enforcement, water/sewer department, etc.).

In order to pass (transfer) title, your executor needs to have sufficient capacity, powers and authority (what I call the CPA's) to sign a deed that satisfies a title company as an insurable transaction.Typically, a sale starts with the seller (executor) and buyer (you) agreeing to price and terms.

I contact the local authorities and they said they would have the fire department come out and use a spreader on the door to unlock if the tenants call and request it.

Always get authorization to release info agreement from mortgagors so you can communicate with bank.

The outside looks great (high-hopes for the inside) and it's the largest duplex in the targeted area (2x 4BR apartments, 1000 sqft each) and includes a detached garage.I was able to pull the owner information from the county website and through a quick Google search have found the owners current home (4 streets over from this property) and their phone number.Is targeting a specific property like this naive?

The #1 authority on the Lease Option Laws in TX is @John Jackson , he really should have gone to law school, or run for Governor in TX.Other resource in TX is http://www.lonestarlandlaw.com/Lease-Options.html

Helo BP, i have an idea but need some info on putting it together. in my area (Chicagoland) most os the multifamily owners who want to sell are deep under water and rental payments barely make the mortgage. i have an idea of getting authorization to speak with their lender in order to get a loan modification. once the mod is approved wholesale the deal or due a sandwich lease option. the majority of the sellers ive spoke to just want out. my question is at what price point do i set the purchase price to and how to get them under contract once the mod is complete?

If it is normal wear and tear, I authorize my PM to take care of it.

Then the owner signs authorizations for the contractor to obtain licenses and permits, obtain materials and do the work.