Im currently interested in buy and hold rentals, not afraid of low income areas and very open to the sec8 program or similar.

Unfortunately, they're expanding and their new office is dealing exclusively with wholesaling so I'm a little afraid of the big guy expanding and more competition.  

I want to make moves on this but it will be my first deal and I'm afraid I won't be able to keep it rented.

I'd like to start investing in buy and hold properties but it seems as though I'd be crazy to buy anything where I live and not in Pittsburgh but I'm just afraid two hours is too far away from where I live to make these feasible.

They are afraid of doing something new4.

I'm very afraid because im a novist in this field...but i do know that investing in mutifamily homes puts me in the right path to financial growth...My question is, How do i start my investing with not so good credit and no money down?

I am afraid you seem to eager to embrace a weak candidate.

@brieschmidt - Makes total sense and I guess I should have clarified further.I am looking to purchase turnkey properties (not afraid of a small rehab $5-10k) which I can hold for the long-term.

Nick I am going to definitely try those,Diana, I am afraid i didnt get your answer.

It's very important I don't let this get out of hand, but unless I can keep track how my money is being spent, I'm afraid that could very easily happen.