Rentals are the easiest business models then learn to rehab and sell then switch to wholesaling.

Its the easiest job I've ever had.

Small,local brokers with less name brand recognition are the easiest to deal with if you just want to use their resources and not sell other people's real estate.However,I find Keller Williams is a very good national brand that can be helpful in these situations as well.

Probably the easiest option considering your experience and that i assume you have a fair number of people you know.

As a 32 yr old finally pursuing my real estate dreams, I'm wondering which financing option would be EASIEST for someone in my position.

Even if some or all of the down payment was a "gift" from you.

@Jack Shepherd - are you trying to buy a multi-unit using FHA and getting a gift for down payment or trying to use a non-occupant coborrower or anything like that?

Most of those committing fraud ultimately get charged with mail fraud as it seems to be the easiest way to assure a convictionPersonally, I have had my hand slapped a couple of times for marketing a HUD prior to closing. 

Just presenting another alternative to buying NPNs besides the typical responses given on here (since everyone thinks wholesaling is the easiest method when you don't have much money to invest)

When a younger FTHB tells me they have 20%+ down saved up, of their own non gift money, within 5 minutes of the conversation starting, my "Grats on the fortunate IPO!"