In GA (if that's where you're looking in invest), after winning an auction you are issued a "Redeemable Deed" that, if the property owner redeems, the winning bidder is paid back their investment amount, plus 20% penalty on the first year of elapsed taxes, and 10% on any additional year after. 

They will have everything you need to know about the note being potentially called.

There was water damage from a pipe burst and some of the drywall and flooring has been removed by what the seller is calling a "professional company paid for by the insurance company".  

We have recently been searching for the MLS in the Birmingham, Alabama area...it's called RPR (Realtor's Property Resource). 

Once you find the number in your state, I would recommend MEETING with the current tenants (do not email or call, you'll have a much more honest conversation in person).

I called around to a few property managers to get a lay of the land while screening them and have a property under contract.

I know I could call around to all the different lending institutions in my area, but if I can narrow it down it would be a better use of my time. 

Calling Alabama- Jefferson County Investors!

Posting it on Craigslist will result in you fielding tons of calls. 

Good Morning Valerie, I believe it is called El Paso Real Estate Investors association.