New to the game, ready to make a play in multi-family (Alabama)

[Logan Day]

I am new to the game, but I am trying to get my foot in the door! I am primarily interested in multi-family units in the state of Alabama. Currently, I reside in Birmingham, but I am more than aware of the hot market and limited opportunities for a new investor. My question is there any experienced investors in the area that could lend some honest tips on some bottlenecks to avoid when beginning this journey? I am thinking about a partnership with a colleague to allow me to have some additional capital to get in on a 2-4 unit deal. I realize this is quite general, but I am more than willing to contextualize my situation and goals, just hoping to get some input on some individuals with some experience in this area, or even the South East in general. Thanks for anyone that gives this a look!