Anyway, to make a long story short (maybe I should blog about this topic in more detail?)

As a newb spending hours reading blog posts and listening to podcasts I have one question.What do you do when you don't have 20% to put down on a property?

They are very informative, and contain ample information. https://www.biggerpockets.com/blogs/

See my BP blog - Making Money without Banks or Credit

You’ve googled and researched, blogged and replied, but the search results are confusing and the suggestions of your colleagues and fellow entrepreneurs are as consistent as they are divergent.

They are very informative, and contain ample information. https://www.biggerpockets.com/blogs/

"Investment property loans: the ultimate guide to funding your deals", a blog post by Brandon Turner is very helpful, as is anything about BRRRR.

Make sure to check out the Bigger Pockets Blog: https://www.biggerpockets.com/renewsblog/It is full of great information.

Also, often there is somebody who blogs about general goings on in town, including planning/development board meetings and city council meetings.

I have been listening to Biggerpockets' podcasts a lot, reading their blogs, watching YouTube videos, and reading/watching anything that involves investing.