You'll want to drive all the streets of a neighborhood looking  for homes that have signs of vacancy (tall grass in the summer, or non-plowed driveways in winter), or are just in poor condition.Then look up the owner information via public records and try to make contact one way or another.

I work full time, but really want to become a full time investor.

But length of stay after having moved in is more subjective.

I don't think I'm much of a fan of having a profile visible to the public and my kids splashed all over it.

The state also posts public regulations.

I have done full interior remodels and am fairly handy.

Second, know that you are purchasing at full market value, so make sure that aligns with your goals as well.

Public or private utilities, occupancy rate, % of POHs, economic vacancy.

In this case, I'm fortunate, as this tenant is on 100% public assistance. 

When buying an apartment building, signed agreement with full occupancy.