Mentors?

[Dave W]

New to the forum, curious how many people started out with a mentor. I am 21, a recent college grad, law school bound. REI has always been a goal of mine regardless of any other job. I have capital, no debt and excellent credit. I'm wondering the role mentors played in an early REI career.

Also, opinions looking for opinions on how to start finding properties, is working with a realtor the way to go?

Are income generating properties best for starting out? since I will be in school full time and will not have a job

Thanks for the help!