Be patient and keep on going.  

I asked about getting set up and the leads and he basically told me I need to be patient and "all will be revealed" in the future.

Some people are willing to buy on the promise of higher future rents and improved cash flow, but that's a quick way to get into trouble like so many did in '07+  Be careful, be patient. 

For reference, I have searched on websites like Zoopla and all the other big ones, as well as checking repossession/foreclosure auction websites which seem to have very little in terms of actual houses.I have been searching online for several weeks now, so maybe I am not being patient enough, but is there something I'm missing?

We are looking for an experienced, knowledgable and patient investor friendly realtor who is familiar with the Delray Beach, Boynton Beach, Lake Worth areas.

If you can be patient and network your way to a deal, that may save you some money.

I've also bid and lost on several deals (cash buyers are tough competitors).I'm obviously patient and will not get into a purchase unless it's a screaming deal, but am also frustrated that perhaps my expectations are a little too high.Friends who own several properties say patience will pay off sooner or later, as they regret all the deals where they compromised on price and paid too much for a property.

I also have a retired family member looking to invest, so Im trying to work something out there with buying and flipping, maybe holding if he is patient.

Direct mail can be a good way to go if you're a good copy-writer, good "sales" person, and are patient enough to go through enough leads to find prospective properties.

Be patient.