Advice on acquiring next door property

[Fatime Perazic]

Hi everyone and Happy Holidays!

My fiancé and I have a property in Pittsburgh and there are four adjoining properties next to us that we want to acquire. However we came to find out that the church across the street from us owns these four other homes. Neighbors love to talk! 😀

The question is, do we have an agent talk to the church about our interest or should we in good faith speak with them? We’re not sure how likely they will sell but doesn’t hurt to ask.

Any suggestions are welcomed!