Depending on what you do for work, there are some programs you can use for down payment assistance.

Also, for the foreseeable future, my assistant would be living on the second floor and managing the day to day of the Airbnb.

There’s also plenty of rental assistance funds available right now and we’ll point our residents in that direction to help keep them in the property.

It can be done, be patient, and use the law to assist you.

You can get in with a diverse skillset (blue collars have a ton of synergy with real estate) that doesn't necessitate a degree.But with that said, let's be clear. 

I once hired a tenant who lost his job for 2 months as my assistant.

I was also thinking about getting some down payment assistance as well. 

@Jessica Schenk I can’t be of too much assistance, as I’m equally as brand new, and also looking in the C.

Looking for agents to assist with the search and purchase, as well as lenders who specialize in underwriting self-employed individuals.

The amount of liability coverage would optimally be equal to the your assets plus 5 years of income to properly protect you financially in the event of a severe judgement against you.If you need any help or would like broker recommendations, I am happy to assist!