Foreclosure auctions are on the table, although least preferred due to the lack of interior access (maybe with more experience).

I made offers of several properties, waited and monitored the countdown for the live auction to begin which never actually happened. 

If you dont want to invest in a Lane Guide list, you can also use some of the auction websites (free ones) or Foreclosure Radar they often will have lender info associated with the property/listings.

Local meetups. https://www.biggerpockets.com/forums/521Explore Auctions and Foreclosures: Properties in your price range may be available through local auctions or bank foreclosures.Partner with an Investor-Friendly Agent: An agent familiar with BRRRR deals can help you find off-market listings or properties about to hit the MLS.

Twenty years ago I purchased an old car dealership at auction in Bryan, Texas for about 10% of REPLACEMENT value.  

That dumb me bought the property at 7585 Blanding Dr. 63135  for $31,500 in an auction.

I will be purchasing the properties in cash, likely from mortgage or tax deed/lien auction.

PropertRadar has been a huge help in helping to identify lien position and active foreclosure auctions.

The company that owns the intellectual property of Radio Shack, DressBarn, Linens ‘N Things, Modell’s Sporting Goods and Pier 1 Imports has purchased the intellectual property of Stein Mart Inc.Retail Ecommerce Ventures’ subsidiary, Stein Mart Online Inc. submitted the winning bid of $6.02 million at the November 18 court auction.

Judicial foreclosure requires a petition to the courts, and a court trial ending in an order by the presiding judge allowing a foreclosure auction to take place.