I'm not saying it's impossible, just that it's a long shot and I suggest you do a little more digging first. 

(would love to get into East Boston, Chelsea, but fear it impossible with cash buyers and bidding wars!)

Impossible to say without knowing the cost of repairs and the ARV.  

With the amount of deals we push through each week it would be impossible to do this without a team.My PM in Canton, Akron, Youngstown is John (if you work with me in NE Ohio, you'll meet John for sure)My PM in North Colorado is MikeMy PM in Central Colorado is TroyMy PM in South Florida is ParkerMy PM in Central Florida is SabrinaMy PM in Norther Florida is JasonMy PMs in Atlanta are Michael and IvorieMy PM in Memphas is PatrickWe are looking to grow and expand but we'll need more people on the team first.Hope this answers your question,Adam Adams

I have looked around my market to figure out the average rent and I know with a hard money loan it would be almost impossible to make a monthly income off a deal if I were.So my questions are:Are there any other ways to finance a deal that would not require proof of income?

Homesteads cannot be attached along with a long list of non collectibles and no garnishment makes it almost impossible to collect 

If you're having problems with a specific lender saying it's impossible or can't be done, that means that either a) the lender doesn't keep up on guidelines, or b) they have overlays.

MLS deals are not impossible but as you, a good deal goes very quickly.I am looking for a partner on a long term buy and hold but it's not in Tacoma.

They're making good money, but investing nearby seems almost impossible with such high prices.

This is making financing challenging but not impossible.