We also have a website and ask people to sign up whenever they inquire.

Now I need to find some deals for the investment group, and I am having problems.When you call on properties, looking to introduce, or inquire about owner financing, what techniques do you use?

Are there any key takeaways from these mailers/calls that make you feel more confident in the inquirers ability to perform?

We have had tenants recently contacting us 8-12 months before lease expiration inquiring about extensions...brings a nice level of certainty for sure.  

I would contact some small local banks to inquire about REO’s they are holding.  

Yes - I think though the goal of the letter is just to inquire with a call.

Here are my thoughts on the properties you are inquiring about and college rentals in general:Ralland: these are in a less desirable neighborhood and @Dylan Vargas is right, someone would need to come in and purcahse and renovate the entire street for these to hold much value. 

I am from New Zealand living in Virginia and i have the money for a down payment for a Mortgage or Loan and i am inquiring if i can on a B1/B2 visa is that allowing me to do so.1.

Do what has been said before: call the local towing companies and inquire about that situation.

Plus, it may cost way too much in upkeep (something an inspection would likely show).So, I'd inquire about what work he has put into the place and have an inspection if you want to proceed.