I know the feeling of being ready and raring to go, but if you are patient, get your DTI where you need it, and save up some more money from your part time job, then you'll be in a great position 1 year from now.Meanwhile, I would use your wife's license to it's fullest potential.

If it's on the MLS then, as JD said, it'll need to be a partnership or seller financing.I know it's hard to be patient and move out of "buy mode", which you were probably in for at least a few months.

Any predictions for 2022, should I remain patient and not invest when the market is high? 

I probably wouldn't suggest this for larger rehab budgets or something where you are likely to run into more issues (opening walls, floors, structural changes, etc).Overall though, I'd say be patient to see if you can to stack more cash reserves prior to your rehab.

Be patient.

I’d be patient and build the relationships slowly and authentically.

Be patient and build a foundation for the rest of your life!

I think I'd be patient and look for small multi-unit apartments or houses split into apartments. 

My advice....be patient and disciplined in your personal finances, get more saved up, and do it without your family.

Is alternative financing something I should be looking to make my first deal happen or be patient and wait until my file suits A/B lendes criteria?