In this market, great deals can be had by the persistent investor.

It sounds like you've got a lot of persistence, and I think that is a very necessary trait for REI.I currently invest in the Cleveland area and have looked into Canton a few times but haven't bought there.

How much can you commit to spending, persistently and consistently for a bare minimum of 6 months with no return?

Viewing the failure on an institutional basis, industry wide is not the same for a specialist brokerage operation or individual buyer because they are not the same game at all.My success or persistency was above 90% every year or looking on the negative side less than 10%.

It won't be easy because a lot of them will blow you off, but be persistant.

If they persist in not leaving, then, eventually, you will get a court order giving you possession.

I suppose you could luck out and find a great private lender or a homerun deal on your first try but more likely than not, it is going to take a lot of time and persistance!

Keep reading, and posting and persist.

We pay to play" Its the SF Bay Area "lifestyle" that is unequaled ( I may get some comments here ;o))I am persistent,committed, and have the fortitude of an ox!

What I see highly effective here is persistent MLS search day after day, continuous social media presence, but more importantly is the right connections with REO realtors, lawyers, auctions, and homeowners.