Vacant property in preforeclosure

[Tim Mensch]

I have read many books and posts about purchasing properties in pre foreclosure. I have a few properties that i have researched that are vacant with county records listing numerous liens against the house. (some close to the home value) Do any of you guys still pursue these properties before they are officially in foreclosure? The lenders are listed on the county website so i wasn't sure if it is possible to negotiate with them on a sale or just wait it out until the sheriff sale. These particular properties have been vacant for over two years with no date set for any kind of sale. Thanks for the help.