If you're the "ready, fire, aim" type then it's good you've exercised caution thus far.

If their lease has expired and they seem to still have their stuff in the house, then you will need to get a "Writ of Restitution from the court in order to have them (the tenants) be physically removed from your property and legally evicted. 

Essentially you buy a 2-4 unit property, eliminate your rent payment and live for free.Investing in Real Estate does not always involve buying physical property.  

I had one 20+ years "experienced" agent do a CMA by going physically to each house (so I was told) to determine how much to list my house.

Lease Option the house to Tenant Buyer (but then I am stuck in the deal until the Tenant Buyer exercises their option correct?)

This morning I was practicing my visioneering exercise (where after reading, or prayer..

I assume he would acquire one when he decides to exercise his option?

How is something that incredibly cheap when compared to same physical product in Cali.

Of course other than reading all I can and sticking around BP, how can I physically start prepping myself to begin this game?

Spent 8 hours with her as she has the influenza bug and needed my assistance getting her nutrition and exercise needs met.