How to start investing in my 20's

[Caleb Wayne Dobrinski]

Hello! I graduated in 2016 with a degree in Healthcare. I'm a 25 year old living in Oklahoma who spoke with a friend about real estate investing and I wanted to learn everything I could. I know in some of the forums I read and videos/podcasts I've listened to state that it doesn't take a lot of your own money to begin this journey. My question is, could 5-6 grand start me off in right direction? I know it's not a lot, but I just would like some tips or places to look into over other things to help push me. I've been looking into the single homes/duplex side of things. Should I seek a different avenue or pursue that? Thanks for the help!!