First Deal - Find a partner or go at it alone?

[Aaron Bruck]

As a recent graduate with no prior REI experience, I am curious whether I should be putting more of an effort into finding a more experienced partner or simply doing the research and going at it alone. I have saved up enough capital for my first deal and I am working a full-time job. Based on my initial research, I have decided to look into multifamily properties which I will hold in the long-term and rent out (otherwise leverage the property for the next deal). I am hesitant to pursue any property other than turn-key or cosmetic fix-ups due to my availability and lack of experience.

I would appreciate any and all feedback, thanks.

Additional information:

- Not looking to owner-occupy with my budget

- Based out of IL, looking for deals in the suburbs (as a result of my budget)

- Have also considered nearby markets in Iowa and Wisconsin

- Would prefer a property within 1-2 hours driving distance

- Looking for deals between 50-175k