I cant seem to find anyone who simply wants to help or mentor, and I think this is an issue a bunch of us beginners face. I

She opened the door for me and I got hit by the stench like a paintcan to the face. I

In face, I only found 1 lender who'll do 30 year fixed, but they are wanting a LOT higher interest rate (8.25%), and they have a high closing costs/fees (about $3,000), and they won't touch properties below $100k.

The biggest challenge I think I’ll face is finding great deals while working a full time job.I’d like to connect with some people who might be aligned with my interests.  

For instance, I invested in one deal that I think is certainly more valuable today than it was yesterday so if i went to sell if at face I think there a good reason to buy it.  

Honestly I am not sure what a good deal is if it was steering me in the face.  I

Along with the fact that my credit has hit rock bottom within this past year and other personal financial challenges I face. I

The next hurdle you face is getting a good tenant into the house and that is were you are going to learn a lot  .

@Sinavy Sao, If your actual net over the last few years is $1600 and you then refinance I think you're going to be closer to 0 than $1600.   

:-D  I do work with clients remotely, but if you need to work face to face, I would also second the recommendation of @Steven Hamilton II.