@Jorge AbreuI'm shocked that nobody has commented on this post sooner.

Do you get energized by throwing your stack of cash on black and seeing what lady luck has for ya? 

Engage an investor-focused realtor/broker in your preferred market (this is not a residential realtor) and start 'tire kicking' the market and properties that fit your criteria.

in columbus ohio we have to put the value of new builds and the cost of construction if you average enough or look at enough you don't need to talk to anyone. find the city website and do some research first 

Here’s the context:The house appears vacant, with a large tree that has fallen on the property.From what I can see, the house seems full of furniture and might even be a hoarder home.I’ve skip-traced the property and found that the owner has unfortunately passed away.The house seems to be mortgage-free, and I’ve identified three phone numbers associated with the son, who I believe is the heir.I’d like to reach out to the son to express my interest in purchasing the property, but I want to ensure I do so respectfully while also gathering the right information.Here are my questions:What’s the best way to approach the heir while showing my condolences for their loss?

I would be interested to see what the seasonality is.Packwood can be tough to get to in the winter.

this is helpful.

I am actually kind of astonished by this.

As you can see, not every deal closes or is a 100% smooth process.