If you're going to the courthouse in Monroe, there's usually a lot of competition.  

Sheriff sales may be an option, but keep in mind that you'll have some heavy competition for properties on the North Side.If I come across something I will let you know.

I would look into local banks, they are generally more likely to do investor loans (and they are getting much more competitive as the market heats up).

I am looking to do my first, but my market is super expensive and super competitive, so i looking else where.Question:  Since you did some of the rehab yourself that obviously saved you some money ..do you think that your profit margin would be that high if you had contracted the whole job out?

Analyst jobs are quite competitive, but if you love real estate this may be a good way for you to go.  

Plus, one of our competitive advantages is to connect with the people over the phone via our good customer service so I believe an automated program would lower our NOI.

I am concerned the competition might be quite high here.

@Hai Loc I've never been but heard they are competitive.

Where I am buying it is a competitive yet but not like it was 6 months ago.

The best alternative is to negotiate a deal where the seller pays your points/costs so you get the tax deductions and no mortgage insurance if the market is competitive enough to allow for this or if your real estate is a great negotiator.