Abandoned house cold call dialog

[Ryan Shannon]

I have found a beautiful house on a lake that got pretty beat up by a hurricane 2-3 years ago.  The owner no longer lives there due to the extensive damage, including but not limited to a massive hole in the roof.  Lots of folks in that area are still have issues with insurance companies not paying out.  But long story short, it is abandoned.

Looking for someone with cold calling experience to help me with a dialog or advice on the best way to approach the seller.  I would think sending a letter first would be advantageous, but she is no longer there and I am unable to find her forwarding address.  However, I did find her phone number.

Any help would be greatly appreciated.  Thanks in advance.

Ryan