Philadelphia PRA Listings

[Kenny Stewart]

Hello,

I just wanted to know if any Philadelphia investors have dealt with the City to purchase properties?

I am currently trying to purchase 1 to 3 properties listed as PRA properties. Even going through the beginning stages of this process I'm not sure of what some of the statuses mean.

(Owner - Available) being the main one.

Does that mean the City or the listed individual on the property Owns it?

ex. 

Owner: Joe Smith

Asset Use: Vacant Building

If it is the Individual can I circumvent the city if I am able to locate the Owner?

Any input is much appreciated.