Anyways, I've tried alot of things but no matter what I just can't qualify for a place because I have no income. 

If not a lot of equity then can still use it as down payment/reno costs2) Hard Money Lender - The one I use doesnt require you to put down cash but will put a second position lien on your personal residence as your "skin in the game" - So if you dont have a lot of cash this is a good way to go.

No, in my market I can find much more qualified/less risky tenants.

Qualified BuyerAs a flipper, I was counting on a banker's approval letter as confirmation that the proposed buyer's credit had been reviewed and (that for that moment) they qualified for the loan.

The main goal is to weed out tire kickers and those who wont qualify, as well as pre-screen to reduce the amount of time you waste.

If so, it might be a good idea to find an agent to represent you next time and get pre-qualified.  

Interview and qualify all 4 roommates.

the major difference is those investors entering the space ( rentals) are far more qualified and have far more skin in the game than in mid 2000's  this alone makes for a much stronger over all mortgage market.

There're several of us on this board.

And credit is abundant for well qualified investors..