Financed one through credit union. 30 yr for 50K.

Have them book through the site so that you get credit for their stay and their review.

We do plan to sit down with a few credit unions over the next few weeks and getting more specific guidance on what they suggest.

Can someone who has challenged credit still get started in real estate investing?

You can find very targeted list on listsource like absentee owners, tax delinquent, divorce etc.If you're doing cold calls, do it everyday and keep track of people who didn't receive your call.

You need to factor for advertising, lease signing, background/credit checks, etc.

@Jordan Pothier, you are on the right track.

I feel like trying to collect on it would be like double dipping unless I want to track down the seller if they paid and their is no upside for me in trying to collect in that case. 

I'm in the process of evaluating a low income housing tax credit property for potential investment. 

Elements Financial, KeyBank, Energy Plus Credit Union.