That has been my favorite method too.3DThrills, FreeToys, OhNoYouDin, SurfPick, DieselBenz, TrueArtNow, ThrillToneare some of the names I've splurged on.I don't really want to start a real estate business myself.I'd just like to share some nice places with my current client base.What is the easiest way to get involved without stepping on anyone's toes?

I believe both methods have their place and it depends on climate and building construction which is applicable.

What is the most effective method in flattening/leveling out the floor?

The auction method is the BEST way to flip real estate that you control - all cash is the way to go on flips - selling real estate you don't own is the highest leverage you can ever have.

What investment properties & methods or you most interested in?

What are some of the methods you guys employ in finding deals?

In particular, I'm looking for anyone with opinions/experience on best methods of finding and reaching out to owners of mid-to-large multi-units. 

If financed using the traditional method that’s about 1350 per month.

@Tyler Wisner you have some good suggestions above but many "buy and hold" investors look for 3 method of income on investment properties:Appreciation of the Property - Meaning the local economy is strong enough to support a healthy housing marketPrinciple Buy Down - Meaning every payment your renter makes to you pays down the principle balance of the mortgageCash Flow - the amount of money you earn each month that is OVER and ABOVE your expenses on the propertyIf you find a market where you can have these 3 items you should be able to have a good market to invest in.  

Your research access or method might be different than mine but I still have to do it.