Resident in Tucson, AZ looking into wholesaling/buying+holding

[Garrett Pickering]

Hello, my name is Garrett Pickering. I made an account on Bigger Pockets hoping to meet new people and network while I begin my journey in real estate. I am 19 years old and I want to go into real estate investment, and eventually into real estate development. I have already worked an internship at a local real estate branch (Keller William's Realty) so now I feel the next step is to get my real estate license. Daily I listen to podcasts and read online about the different strategies of investing which is why I have come to the conclusion that purchasing and holding rental properties is a good start. Is there anybody who might disagree with this? Based on the research I've done it seems lucrative to start young. So my purpose in posting this is to connect with others in the Arizona market. I have family who lives all over the valley (Mesa, Scottsdale, Glendale) so I am flexible in terms of the market I choose. I want to pick the best market for a young investor to network and purchase my first live in multifamily home. I was also wondering if there are any REI seminars/gatherings in the Phoenix area (which I'm sure there are). I am interested in seeing what is out there and any niches that individuals use whether in the Arizona market or other areas! Any and all feedback is appreciated.