Seriously, I never get owners who allow their tenants to push them around to the point where they cannot access the unit.

He never called to see where the applicant was.  He

I would think they would push this on us pretty hard, but I've never seen it.

What would the best way to search for pre foreclosed properties to purchase before they get pushed to the sheriff sales?

It's a business, if you find some is abusing it financially (not paying rent) or physically (damages),, you push the envelope and write up a lease violation and if necessary evict.. doing regular inspections let's you bill tenant for undue damages when they occur.. and yet still have the deposit left to help when they leave.If you haven't yet,, download copy of the landlord tenant laws for your state.. 

That'll also help push out the crime and really help develop a closer community amongst neighbors.

Due to the high property taxes ($5200/yr), any higher of a payment would have pushed the DSCR too low.

If you're like us, where you have a burning desire to pursue this journey,but still need a push, then let's take this leap of faith together.We can share our passion and experiences together.  

Run the numbers, then run them again, if the numbers work, you just need the push to do it from what it sounds like.  

I have a few jobs: I do some bookeeping, budgeting, and business consulting for a local architect, I work at at CPA firm during tax season, and I own a little side business with my friend doing pressure washing and sealing driveways, patios, sidewalks, etc.