Distressed Sellers in NYC

[Les Jean-Pierre]

Hello, I am seeing some distressed properties being scheduled for auction at low(for NYC) prices. I can't go up against the deep pockets at the auction. I have a carrot website and an instagram profile. I need to get to these lower cost properties well before the auction. Direct mail? Any other suggestions? I am a landlord too and have a commercial space so can have a meetup there. But, want to get some other ideas.

Thanks!