I would begin with a Facebook page.

Hi Kevin, have you considered running some Facebook ads to build your list? 

Recommend you go to the Pittsburgh REIA facebook group, many more eyes and you'll get overwhelmed with solicitations if you ask that. 

Be aware of your status buying in a country.

Check out their twitter and facebook accounts.

You can also check their reviews online at Google, Facebook, or Yelp.

Do you have a Facebook Page?

   :) This way when you find a deal that's worthwhile you won't necessarily have pay a realtor commission on top of a wholesale fee or the like.There are resources out there (websites & data companies, squeeze pages, facebook & instagram marketing, radio & tv ads, direct mail postcards & yellow letters,  and on and on and on) that'll help you find & attract these motivated sellers. 

If you are interested in learning more about Ft Wayne area, i recommend you join the facebook REIA page. 

Knowing who a Motivated Seller is will cause you to find more free ways to get great deals  Look for the following in people:DivorceJob RelocationTax liens on propertyHealth status have to sell homeHaving trouble making mortgage paymentsThere are Home Owners who Want To Sell, Need To Sell, & Have To Sell.