Finding Empty Houses

[Jim Wiley]

I have seen several empty houses lately I may be interested in flipping. Trouble is that the county auditor page gives me very little information. I'm sure one of them is not going to be a tax sale, since they are up to date. So, how do I find out the house's status? I'd like to find the mortgage holder, but don't know how. I've flipped 3 houses, but bought them all from wholesalers. Would rather go straight to the owner/lender if possible Any advice would be appreciated. Thanks, Jim