Have you considered finding a motivated seller property-FSBO-and lease it with an option to buy using your non real estate income stream-assuming you have one=to cover your lease payment & household expenses.

Do they need cash to pay off medical bills, are they trying to send a kid to college, or are they just looking for a stream of retirement income.

Gary, you can lease option pretty much anything that has an income stream. 

The project is called "CT Fasttrack"  it runs regional buses (including Bristol) to a hub in New Britain.  

Are you going through a "main stream" lender?

Hello BP family,I have tested out multiple marketing streams within the Phoenix market, yet haven't conclusively found the outlets I'd like to put most of my attention into.I am aware that bandit signs, direct mail, and internet marketing can be some of the most powerful- however I am also aware that nuances and niches can come up and allow investors to make money/capitalize on unconventional marketing outlets.My question for you is as follows- Have you found a marketing stream that has brought you surprising results within the Phoenix market or even out-of-state?

I would recommend buying your first 2 to 3 properties with cash and then show a good cash flow stream and then interview a few banks for loc or rifi options.  

I want to establish an income stream to provide a supplement in case my next posting isn't as lucrative as this one.

It can never hurt to have another income stream and let the tenant create more equity for you.

Stream line is great did about 15 of them they would give 1/2 money up front and half once done now I think it's a 1/3 . its a little slower but it not a bad way to finance a deal good luck to you.