Which Route to Go ?

[Victor G.]

Hi, 

I am a 23 year old aspiring  RE investor in Western New York, currently I am working on becoming debt free by Fall of 2018; finishing off Student loans and Car Debt (Silly mistake I made with first  real paying job). I also plan on having 10k saved up to put down on a home or to invest in Real Estate. I am looking to either buy a move in ready home or should I do find a fixer upper, in which both I would house hack. I am very motivated to do the fixer upper because I love the idea of turning something into a nice project, however I am scared that I will be dealt with a bad contractor and throw money out the window. 

Also any advice that could help me prepare for my career in Real Estate :)

Any help is appreciated 

Thanks