But damned if I can find anything online about landlords using it!

Finding them online and completing an application so they can atleast do an initial underwriting will work.here is min. someone will want to see:2.

Invest in as long as it takes you to write a check, do a wire transfer, or even an online bill pay4.

With the bank distress that's likely about to surface, we'll prob see a lot more of this soon.

I know this is a differing topic on the forums, and online in general, but having the legal background/education and knowing estate planning concepts you'll realize it shouldn't be.  

This was my first property, and while it's been a great learning experience, I made several mistakes along the way—ranging from choosing a realtor who was more focused on closing the deal than finding the right house to having a poor inspection and overlooking issues hidden beneath the surface (literally).

I have just started in a 3-day training for the Lee Arnold broker certification program and thus far just completed the online material required for preparation. 

Start by networking through local meetups, REIA groups, and online communities like BiggerPockets to connect with experienced investors.

I found an auction person, and I see listings online.

Be very careful who you take advice from online, you should get involved with a local attorney and a local realtor.