What documents do they require, what credit scores do they allow, how do they verify previous rental history, etc.?

Oh, and it absolutely shows up on your credit history. 

So, I am trying a new avenue with the Jacksonville Tourism Development Authority.

To get technical, my girlfriend (now wife) was the sole purchaser as I just graduated from law school so my salary history (or lack thereof) dinged us on rates.

If your income is higher in self-employed that will be plus point for short history.  

Ask your taxing authority.  

@Matt A.When you sign the documents you will have to sign your name as trustee/ authorized signatory etc etcPersonally 99% of the population has no idea how to look up who owns what and unless your a famous athlete or someone who has paparazzi following you it’s typically overkill.

What documents do they require, what credit scores do they allow, how do they verify previous rental history, etc.?

It is true that a greater number of loans will open up to you if you have 2 years of work history but there are other loan types out there that might be available to you - but they won't be conforming, conventional lending. 

I listened to a real estate audiobook where the author did something similar - he was in an owner financing contract and if I recall correctly, he signed a separate agreement with another individual so that their payments covered his monthly payments.Really appreciate any feedback on this idea.