I'm absolutely not interested in leasing fast at all and I'm extremely picky about tenants and I do things like require a large security deposit (even for section 8 renters, I have three of them and love them), don't supply appliances, take my time doing background checks and arranging multiple calls/meetings with potential tenants. 

you should come to the highest&best toy drive and REI meetup today so we can meet and chat.

You will have to meet the criteria but it is doable.There are a bunch of lenders on here that have programs so get with them, like @Jeff Chisum and see what's what.

In cities with static or declining populations, the existing housing supply typically meets housing demand.

I know of one person who went out to meet up with them and see the homes in person.

There are some great investor meetups in Seattle that you can attend to meet more likeminded investors.

One client came in hot looking for a multi-unit in Phoenix - they wanted to roll over gains, keep taxes deferred, and jump into a hotter market.

Meet a lot of people, build trust with them over time, after your have built up a lot of trust and they are seeing you as an expert in the space, ask them for an investment.  

@Vince Nguyen Yes you can absolutely do that, but there are lender specific guidelines you have to meet. 

I'm excited to start this adventure and ready to meet the challenges.