who are involved in wholesaling or other real estate ventures.

Since I'm a new immigrant with no credit score, a DSCR with 30-35% down payment is my only option, so the 50K need to include that down payment alongside all other costs (closing, rehab, etc). 

And I also see many questions popping up about running a short term rental business, which to me is more of a business than an investment although it does involve an investment in real estate. 

If you find you are unable to raise the money for an all-cash purchase, switching gears to Fannie will only work if you have a LONG time to close in your PSA or have many extension options (which usually require more hard earnest money.)

How many mortgage lenders have you spoken with to get qualified and discuss allowable down payment options?

Many good rental options in San Antonio/New Braunfels area.

If you do go the seller finance route, consider asking for a right of first refusal option in the event the seller ever decides to sell the note. 

And countless other options.

If I wasn't able to get the cash together, using a private lender would've been a good option.

I found myself overwhelmed with all the options.