More than likely a title issueYou have zero chance to purchase at this stage in the game

That'll also give you the chance to confirm with them that you're getting a good price.That is - so long as you've found a GOOD Agent.

Chances are that they won't do anything.

Chances are a large portion of your closing costs were the property taxes, because Western NY (and the Greater Rochester area) have some of the highest property tax rates in the country.

I have had the chance to compare my company and other mortgage banks to Sofi over the last year or so and they are no different and sometimes Sofi is more expensive.

Chances are there will be a initial delay in you receiving payment due to government paperwork.

Chances are if you have been informed of a flood risk you are $1500/year or above.  

Since the owner is deceased you chances look good. 

Tenants that pay late should never get a second chance.

Now if you are strictly doing flips then it may be more effective to only knock on doors that are one of the following:Sheriff sale propertiesPre foreclosure 90 day late 2+ year late taxes Code violations Owner occupied evictions (usually multifamily) Expired listings FSBO This is more time consuming and requires route planning but for flips this is the list of people who have a higher chance of having distress & would give up equity to solve that  problem & close quickly.