Use all of the proceeds in the purchase or purchases ($500K)Most folks don't have cash resources to replace the loan so they take out a similar loan amount. 

They are extremely responsive, have a ton of resources, and documented/standardized processes for everything you can think of. 

I've explored short term rental options in the palm springs area but not sure that I would want this to be my first experience in the real estate business although I do have good resources where I can hit the ground running (or so I believe).

@Mason Haley as far as finding an owner's primary address for direct mail, PropStream is probably your best resource.

You'll be able to have access to the MLS, a very resourceful tool in running comps against a subject property.

If there are any resources I need to go through please guide me.

Any and all experience, stories, resources help!

So network like crazy and find some good resources.

It's an amazing resource for training courses.

Is there anyway I can find out who she was, and a link to how to contact her if she has resources available to help guide people like me?