And how do you typically structure those deals to make them a win-win?

Falls frequently and can no longer operate a phone.  

Regarding tenant relationships - you will NEVER win!

Given the odds of actually winning a foreclosure auction, the idea of paying to have a title search done on multiple properties is generally restrictive.  

To answer your questions as asked:1) Ask for an agent to do an analysis or pay for a BPO from a real estate broker (going to be cheaper than an appraisal) 2) Yes, multiple ways to get this done, we do cash outs before 6 months frequently. 

Insights:I’m based in Texas, but I do work with out-of-state investors frequently.

We stop at our properties frequently, but it's always a bonus to get text updates and even pictures as certain parts of the project are finished.Thank you for your answer.

Quote from @Byoung Bae: My wife and I live in California and visit Hawaii fairly frequently (all islands).

The fact that they didn’t fix what you actually called about makes their demand even weaker.If they do file a lien, you can dispute it in court, and if you win, they could be on the hook for your legal fees too.

I won.There is no way to win this, unless there is a lawsuit.