How to acquire a loan as a 22 year old

I am 22 years old with a full time job. I am looking to purchase my first rental property in these coming months. I am getting all my ducks in a row but ran into a pot hole. I check off all requirements for a loan except having 2 years of w-2 work. I could probably get my parents to co-sign but would like to be as independent as I can with this. If anyone has any suggestions, I would greatly appreciate it.