These methods involve securing financing, identifying suitable properties, and overseeing renovations.

Call the zoning department again, and this time ask specific questions: Is a variance required, or can you proceed as-is?

If you want to get involved with a great training program, try Lifestyles Unlimited, they have over 55,000 members nationwide. 

Perhaps the most consequential transaction involving creative financing solutions was a recent closing for a 20+ unit apartment complex in downtown Eugene. 

Obviously if a renter were to stay there for years, that renter placement cost would be spread out and could again get back into break even territory (with some variance due to anticipated rental rates in years to come or the rate of new property tax hikes)

If no response contact the State Banking group and get them involved.  

Quote from @Danielle B: I'm looking to get involved in Section 8 housing out-of-state - in OH.

But now you have a challenge of documenting both your time AND time of everybody else involved with the property.Now, to answer your question - is it possible from out of state?

With new regulations in Canada like the flipping tax and property gains tax, I want to be mindful of the risks involved. 

I strongly recommend getting involved with your local REI meetup groups so you can work out your pitch with help from other landlords.I hope this doesn't come off the wrong way without tone or facial expressions behind it.