Starting out at age 17

[Luke Wong]

Hello all, I hope this post finds you well. 

I am 17 years old and looking to prepare myself for the future. I have read Rich Dad Poor Dad and am a few chapters into Brandon Turner's The Book on Rental Property Investing. Both books have stressed the importance of getting out there and taking action. Because of my age, this leaves me confused and with many questions. Where do I start? How do I start? Do I even go to college? Do I liquidate my stocks to make a down payment later on? How do I get older people to take me seriously? I know these questions are personal, but I am looking for the input of those who may have gone through this. Just publicizing my thoughts. 

Thanks.

Luke