making offer on foreclosure property before auction

[Maka Aptsiauri]

Hello everybody,

Brand new investor here .I been trying to buy property to flip.Nothing on mls .I did attend foreclose auctions but don't feel comfortable to buy properties without getting a inspection or at least to get inside ,most  properties are occupied.I was wondering what if I send the offer to the property owner before auction and have 10 days due diligent in contract .I have a cash no need for financing .Please let me know what you think or if you can saggest anything else .

Thanks 

Maka