I have one year to learn real estate investing, what do I learn?

[Kenneth B.]

Hi everyone, first post.

I am a recent college grad and I'm already looking into real estate to get more than just my 8-5 job.

I'm looking to invest in real estate whether it's vacation rentals, apartments, condos - I'm not really sure yet. I also have to save up some money for a down payment since I just started working.  I'm also stuck in a one year lease for now in a location that I plan to move out of in a year or so.

I've considered an FHA loan, do I absolutely have to live in the property to acquire one? House hacking seems to be the best introduction for beginners, is the case?

Where did you start?

What do you suggest I learn in the mean time until I have enough money for a down payment? 

So far I've been listening to some podcasts andreading 15-30 min at least once a day on real estate books (so far, rich Dad poor Dad, bigger pockets investing with no or low money down, and the ABCs to investing in real estate)

Thanks!

Ken