Finding Vacant Commercial Properties

[Mason Mccullough]

Hi Guys!

I am a Commercial real estate agent new to the New Orleans, LA area and am trying to find new commercial properties to list within the area. I usually drive around looking for vacant or worn-down buildings and write down the info so I can contact the owners of the building and try to help them sell or lease it. 

Are there any other ways besides just driving around where I can find distressed commercial properties to contact their owners and help them sell or lease? 

 What is the best way to find the contact information of these distressed property owners?

Would love to hear your thoughts!