I can't keep hitting up banks and traditional lenders, having them run a credit check only to turn around and decline my loan AND HURT MY CREDIT SCORE.

Very traditional Asian parents.

Section 8 is actually renting higher than traditional low income renters right now. 

You can house hack, but you might not get great terms on a traditional mortgage.

So what you need to find is a well-funded partner, or partner with some financiers that can keep you from getting stuck in the mud once your own lines/capital is exhausted. 

I have been looking there and the properties are much cheaper than the traditional sales.

This way we can do many properties at a time WHICH results in MORE PROFIT each year and no waiting for contractors, losing sleep, etc.TIP: You CAN get properties in the MLS without needing a traditional agent or paying a commission.

Also, keep in mind that negative cash flowing properties work against you with a traditional lender. 

I did rate shop, but really, none of the traditional lenders could match what I was trying to get.

Don't go buy a mud puddle unless your gonna lease it to a mud bogging outfit. :) See what's out there.