I can't say I've found a one-stop shop when getting started, but there are many resources available (including BP).

Agree, call @Jason Bott, he's your one stop shop for insurance in Milwaukee.

It could be as simple as meeting 5-10 others at a coffee shop in town and discussing your goals.By meeting others and establishing rapport, you could partner with someone, do a wholesale deal, etc. to build capital that would eventually enable you to reach your REI goals. 

Obviously I don’t want my credit shopped.

I haven't worked for about a year, and my monthly income is just from the rental: $2,000/month and credit score is 800.I've been traveling abroad from the USA and the rental income has been enough to sustain this nomadic lifestyle and cover mortgage as well, but I would like to come back and purchase a turn-key coffee/cafe shop.

You can shop online, but they also have a store in Milwaukee.

Here's some questions you can ask when calling around: What You Need to Know When Shopping for a HELOC.Good luck.

I get it on the owner occ.. what always amazes me is this scenario.we send buyers to their loan officer.. they prequel them for a  500k home.. that's max..they go shopping do you think they shop for a 350k or 400k..

Let me know if I can help you further in your process.ONLINE COURSES:The CE Shop (my personal recommendation) www.theceshop.com They are actually running a 25% off special on their website today!!!!

FHA does require that the property be owner-occupied.Keep shopping around to other banks and concentrate on local/regional banks and credit unions.