I've done my fair share of research (of course, the researching never ends) but I want to put my foot out the door and get started. I've met with a mentor and he's advised me to actually get out and start trying to find myself a contract. 

What would be the best route to find myself one? I want to learn how to make a direct mailers list, or drive for dollars, or any type of strategy to get sellers interested in working with me. 

Can I drive around, find a potential home, write the address down and mail them a letter? What should be put on the letter?

I also want to make sure I am speaking the language they need to hear and give them what they want to hear and get their questions answered correctly.