What are the steps to getting started in RE

[Paulette Smithwrick]

Hi, 

Can you provide the basic steps to getting started. I have notice several properties in my area that are empty (i.e: mail pile up, un-plow driveways, etc..) As I drive to and from work. How do I go about finding who the owners are, the cost, how can I purchase these properties with no money down.  How to do deals, write offers, find the cost to repair if need.  

I signed up with an investor online class, but then I remembered I had your site, which is far less than what this person is asking.