Anyone who's interested in this particular area of Philly, I'd encourage you to submit an offer.

@Ellis San Jose – thank you for the encouragement!

Thanks for the words of encouragement.

Thanks to all again for the wonderful tips and words of encouragement :-)

My Realtor encouraged me to look in "better" neighborhoods.

@Joshua Dorkin Thanks for the words of encouragement.

That is great that you are engaging yourself whole heartily on this site and encourage you to continue.

The holder of a tax certificate may not directly, through an agent, or otherwise initiate contact with the owner of property upon which he or she holds a tax certificate to encourage or demand payment until 2 years after April 1 of the year of issuance of the tax certificate. (14)?

I just know, for a fact, there are deals in everyone's neighborhood and they should at least be explored before being totally written off.I want to encourage investors to always be looking locally.

remember most people are looking at many homes so having a flier that is different can be great.Encourage your sellers to keep the home tidy and smelling good (air fresheners are cheaper than another month on the market)Encourage sellers to turn on all lights if home before a showing, If not home you make the drive to turn on all lights in home.