First year out of college and want to start investing

[Isaiah Green]

Hi everyone, 

Glad to be a part of the Bigger Pockets network! I'm a recent graduate who'd like to begin building a buy and hold rental empire in northern NJ - with a specific focus on college towns and out of favor markets (e.g. Newark, New Brunswick, Plainfield, East Orange, and Irvington). Would love if anyone could share some of their tools for success for their first deal, especially regarding financing. I have a little over $3,000 saved with excellent credit - are there many loan options for people in my situation?

Many thanks!

Isaiah