We've sold 65+ homes and the biggest request we get from our Buyers is help with closing costs.Most of our deals we're providing anywhere between $5K-$10K to help Buyers offset the cash requirement to purchase a home.Even in today’s "high" interest rate environment, many Buyers prioritize closing cost assistance over an interest rate buydown.

I responded to you because I genuinely am trying to help you (for free).

Networking with Canadians who’ve invested in the U.S. and finding good local agents or property managers will also help a lot.

Hope this helps!

If not, I can put you in touch with an investor friendly agent in the area who can help. 

We have tried contacting a couple of the trustees and sent a mailer but have not had any call backs.Does anyone have any other helpful hints on how to get in touch with the family?

Quote from @John Lasher: I am still helping investors flip, find deals, and get them on the market..

Suggesting to them buying their house for a wholesale range offer or lower dependent on the extent of the rehab, then having a contract in place that gives them a percentage of the profit to help get them back on their feet, paying off debts etc.

Take it one step at a time and use the forum to help you with the steps.

Unless they cover this somehow in their contract, this is illegal.Hope this helps!