You could check your county auditor's website for a property search function. 

I’ve never been a person whose been hands-on, I’ve always been business and paperwork minded, but I’m looking to do the nitty gritty of flipping houses, but don’t have the capital to do so.

But that's the only way to grow. putting yourself outside of your comfort zone is the only way that eventually this stuffed becomes your comfort zone.Keep your long-term goals and the big picture in mind - you are not only living for free you are also building Equity every single month.

But the last few years I have been changing my mind set through reading and listing and dreaming ...

Keep in mind you may also need to get the new key to the post office if mailboxes are inside the front door.

Back in late 2013, early 2014, I joined this awesome group of like-minded individuals.

We don’t mind another condo, the problem is the low margin..

Don't forget to come meetup with like minded folks. 

I would suggest you learn about some strategies first before you pick the one you want to delve into.Attend local REIA meetings and connect with like-minded investors: http://www.biggerpockets.com/meetRead the Beginner’s Guide: http://www.biggerpockets.com/real-estate-investingListen to the BP Podcasts: http://www.biggerpockets.com/renewsblog/category/podcast/

Less than $500 can give new owners peace of mind for a while...