Not to say its impossible, just difficult and usually you have to source deals like that yourself. 

I'd recommend you check out these places and get really specific on what you can help out with:- REI events - Usually there will be a group in the area that will put on events and things like that to meet people who might need help. - BiggerPockets Events - Take a look at the events going on near you with BiggerPockets.

This was also negative for MBS pricing.

It's a good rule of thumb to follow mate.We always get caught up on the potential of a deal or business and don't focus on a "worst case" scenario.Experience has taught me to become a "Negative Nancy" first and evaluate the downside from a risk assessment standpoint.I would always get too carried away and am optimistic and easily influenced to believe in the best in people and ventures.Only to get my A$$ handed to me on a plate.Well not anymore... lol

These options are usually much more expensive, also, and very few private/hard money lenders will provide take-out financing.

However, I need to state that in spite of the Waco area's conservative values, they had no negative effect on our business - just on the bank that financed our business which was known to them before they started our funding program.

Many people think you have to be at a particular job for 2 years, but that’s not usually the case.The biggest perks of DSCRs are not having to provide income or employment history/docs, DTI isn’t a factor and you can close in an LLC.

- usually by card.

You know, there was once this guy who would do 50/50 deals with note investors and had a lot of negative opinions.

Usually they want to stay more downtown, but since a lot of rentals don't allow them, they may book in your area.