Cold calling pre-foreclosure properties?

[Derrick Henley]

I would like some feedback on the best practice to cold-calling pre-foreclosure lists.  I recently purchased a list and want to start calling these properties.  Should I say to the property owner that I am aware that they are in foreclosure?  This may sound like a crazy question but I was wondering if I could get some ideas, a script or some advice on what to say.  Sorry I am a newbie!  Thanks for any advice.

[Robbie Reutzel]

@Derrick Henley

 We’ve been doing this for years. The biggest thing is to know your state specific laws. Be honest and direct. We usually say “this is so-and-so from so-and-so company we noticed on the public record that your lender has filed an order of notice on your property” ( or whatever document starts the foreclosure process in your state).  Be prepared to get screamed out hung up on etc.  These sellers are the most difficult to deal with. I like to give him several options. Short sale carousel retail sale etc. pay for moving costs all that stuff. Come from a place of helping them and you’ll get some good deals out of it. What state are you in?