The key to getting a deal done in this space is to close fast.

For example, you set up key word alerts. http://www.biggerpockets.com/alerts

The key is to assess the local market, identiy what strategies work in that geography in that part of the market cycle, and either 1)adjust your strategy accordingly or 2)move to another market where your ideal strategy works.

., you shouldn't need to find patient Buyers, because you won't need to bring it to them until it's a done deal with the Bank (relying on your skills at knowing what your Buyers will want).

The key word is artificial which as the next sentence says The flip typically involves a fraudulent appraisalThere is nothing wrong with buying a property and selling it for $50k or $100k profit if there is no scheme to create an artificial value.

It's slow and steady, but the rental income (if you can be patient) is worth it.

Cash for keys is probably the only thing I could think of.

Trying to stay patient, it seems like a lot of small multifamily homes (2-4 units) barely cash flow to cover the mortgage, especially with 0 down and trying to stay in a decent area.  

For example, you set up key word alerts. http://www.biggerpockets.com/alerts

The property manager would be instructed to treat the dental practice as a tenant and not the property owner so that any issues with the apartment tenants would not spill over onto the practice or your patients.