Want to buy a home that has been taken off the market. Any advice?

[Carla A.]

Hi BP experts,

A few months ago my husband and I went to an open house in our neighborhood. We weren't ready to buy at that time but are now and it has been taken off the market. My husband called the agent a few weeks ago and she told him it was taken off the market because of family issues. I know there was an issue with a CO that they were trying to clear up also. It was an estate sale and needs a full rehab. I sent him over to the house last week with a handwritten letter saying that we are a neighborhood family with friends on the block and we are interested in the house. We haven't gotten a response yet.

What is the best course of action to start a dialogue with the owner? Like I said this house needs a full rehab as well as it being in a bad location (think right on the train tracks) However, I know we can make it beautiful and we want to raise our family there.

Should I send another letter? Have my husband go by again?

Thanks for your input!

Carla