Build a database of all of these properties in a CRM preferably3.

I don't have many contacts down there, but can tell you that building a systematic database will be one of the many keys to success.

I recommend using this loan because it enables you to buy a multi-family that need some repair at a good price, rehab the property to your standard and rent it out. 

I have thousands of companies in my database nationally for STNL and MTNL properties.The contacts are other brokerages,developers, individual owners and groups, retail real estate PM companies, etc. 

Like here in Oregon we can do 3 in a year and no more than 5 in your portfolio.. this was to enable those with IRA funds to lend  .. but they do not hold themselves out as lenders. 

I've only been looking at properties on realtor.com and through a website/database link my realtor sent me.

How you approach and ensure you are actually understanding what their needs are and motivations will enable you to ethically find opportunities. 

I've also been trying to categorize their prices for my own "comp" database.

Plus more importantly i will always try my best to avoid making an insurance claim if possible because once u make it ones insurance premium will most likely increase on the subject property as well as any other properties you may have (in the CLUE database).

My time in the military has enabled me to save and rack up some nice investments, which is what qualifies me for the amount I need in Miami.