REO's

REO's

So could someone give me a few experiences they had w/ REO's? I'm one of the new guys and I'm really trying to get into the game. I just joined this foreclosure website (forgot the name) and can't believe all of the reo's in my neighborhood!! And the prices?? $1000, $5000, $15000??? Are those actually the correct prices? There has to be a catch. I'm talking about NY....Queens, Long Island, those prices are unheard of. If possible, could someone help me out on this subject. There is so much to learn.