Creative financing options for fourplex

[Nicole W.]

Hello all, I'm new to investing. I have one single family that I rent out. However, I am interested in investing in multi-family. I live in Tampa, Florida and want to buy property near USF and deal with students. (Is this a bad idea)? What financing options are there that do not include me living in the home? I do not have a lot of upfront money however I am a newer real estate agent and would be willing to leverage my commission if possible. Any suggestions would be greatly appreciated.