Based on your interests and your W-2, I'd recommend investing with others who have full time staff dedicated to deal flow and are adding value (i.e. invest in syndications).

I'd recommend dedicating at least a couple hours to reading up on the BRRR strategy before you start.... don't want to run into surprises on the refinance. 

@Devyn Grillo I would ask how dedicated you are to Seattle.

The rewards are always there after hard work and dedication. 

@Avery Cadogan With enough due diligence and dedication, you can find a good deal even online but it will take time.

I've been a bigger pockets member for some years now and finally dedicated my focus towards changing my life.

I don't have a lot of money saved up and I currently have poor credit 580-600, but I'm interested and dedicating myself to taking the first steps of financial independence by learning the ins and outs of the real estate industry.

I Just want to show everyone that anyone can do it and all you need is dedication.

Now, different story if you are saying your dedicated real estate purchase funds can't swing 3.5%+closing costs without dipping into your emergency fund.

You have more choices, and BiggerPockets has forums dedicated to financing, such as this one, and some good articles like this one or this other one.Tax deduction for the mortgage interest should really be at the bottom of your list of considerations, if at all.