Often times, their approval processes are slow.Credit Unions - Their member structure also subsidizes their financial structure so they can also be a source of low-cost financing.

If you're considering purchasing under a business name, consult a CPA or attorney for setup and financing options.

Also there is an additional tax on the returns due to the financing. 

My recommendation would be to engage an investment property focused realtor (not a general residential realtor) and let that person guide you through the process from pre-qualification to market/property valuation and selection. 

Conversation in local Bar, say I would pay all CASH How did you finance this deal?

Quote from @Daniel Tanasa: Another option is to get a small cash out refinance from the house you plan on fixing up, if is in financeable condition, and use that to fix it up, while still cash flowing.

Marco's RE arm has certainly sold properties that I own..

The homes don't have MLS sale history until they are listed after the rehab has been completed.If you don’t mind shaing, how are you financing your deals and do you do the work yourself?

You need to know how to analyze property.

As a mortgage broker, I've got a 100% financing down payment assistance grant that allows for owner occupants to purchase a duplex.