I've read all the books, listened to most of the BP podcasts, and have spent considerable time doing research online.2 years ago I purchased my primary residence where I live in California and now I'm trying to purchase my first rental.

This is probably the best way to get online exposure. 

Simple things like a professional website, ability to take payments online, a real tenant application/screening process, maintenance tracking, after hours call system, financial reporting, etc. 

Online contracts? 

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

Like I said, this is not for a quick online answer.

This is by far the best place to learn and to get objective advice from the professionals in this forum I am working on a book called "how to manage your out of state / out of country rental properties " and I would love to share my experience and knowledge.

Dont forget that you will then need a online merchant to take payments.

If it is an online auction there is typically about a 5% fee that is paid by the buyer so be sure to factor that into your math.

Civic Source litature online is not accurate for community property state laws in New Orleans; they say I can confirm the tax title but no lawyer in New Orleans can deny the community property owners their right to the property!