It's a bit a tangled web I am weaving, but it's fun!  

I am currently emailing for prices and have learned through the web that most of these houses were foreclosed on due to not receiving basic government essentials which led to people not paying taxes.

You are only a first time buyer once. there are a lot of programs for first time buyers  where you can put very little money down. if you buy the right property you could potentially  live therefor free buy having your tenats pay the mortgage. 

@Fernando Antonio RijoHello and Welcome to BiggerPockets, the Best Real Estate site on the web.

If you desire to be handheld, then it really is beneficial to join a real estate association and pay to join their mentoring program OR even better, find an Investing Agent that does Wholesaling and ask them to guide you through Wholesaling in return you'll use them in representing you so they get paid. 

Hi everyone,I am looking for an online Real Estate Licensing program? 

Leverage the cash by safely purchasing the multifamily property/properties that will provide a return you are comfortable receiving at a risk level you can stomach.Tough question- you may also consider the FHA program: https://www.biggerpockets.com/renewsblog/2012/11/08/fha-loan-multi-family-investment-strategy/

I found this web site and forum after typing some questions into google about real estate investing.My wife and I are looking to get into real estate investing, so I've been reading the forums for the last few hours.  

What first time homebuyer programs can I take advantage of (if any) in California?

Most major metro areas have a Realtors Association.They typically have a newsletter and or a "market pulse" type document on-line.Do a google search, find that Association of Realtors and check their web site.