Her methods on targeting Probates are the best.  

The last scenario is fairly easy to resolve but the other can be very involved, using proprietary methods.

I found a broker that goes to distressed properties on auction lost and asked to buy it and then wholesales it, is anyone familiar with this method or have advice on how to make money with these deals.

@Erik Drentlaw I don't see any flaws with your numerical analysis.   80% minus repairs is pretty common for buy and hold in DFW.   

On the numerous other homes that were around the same price point that we submitted offers on prior to purchasing this one, our EMD was $500-$1500.

I have found craigslist to be a pretty good method, however i have noticed that some would like a pm certificate to go along with experience. 

(I ask this because my current tenants pay me by only TWO methods that are SAFE for me--electronically/online or direct deposit in a special bank account)--are appliances tenants or owner's?

I also had numerous granite dealers who are local.

A popular method is also finding a seller who will finance part of your purchase (seller "carryback".)

There would need to be substantial equity in the home for this method to work as you will only be able to refi at 70%-75% LTV so the home better be worth around say $175k.