Pittsburgh, PA | Delinquent Taxes | Probate Question

[David Coleman]

Hello Pennsylvania Real Estate Investors, specifically Allegheny County Investors,

I have some questions regarding information found on the Allegheny County Assessment Portal.  I've been driving for dollars and commonly finding once owner-occupied houses in need of serious repair and delinquent taxes.  I'm thinking that the owners of these houses have passed away, or, payment information wasn't updated before they entered assisted-living facilities.  

What is the process if one wanted to go about inquiring about, and potentially acquiring these properties?  Do I contact Jordan Tax Service?  Is it the township/city?  

I'd assume that the county would want to get these properties back on the tax rolls...but what steps should I pursue to get there?

If anyone could help share some insight, I'd greatly appreciate it.

Thanks,
Dave