Investing Advice for young people w/ no experience

[Olivia Umoren]

Hi Everyone,

My name is Olivia, I'm 24 y/o and a 2016 grad from Penn State. I'm a lifelong resident of Boston and I'm looking to start investing in the next year or two (not in Boston, but surrounding and more affordable areas) but I'm trying to figure out a strategy and plan. I work a full time job and a part time job and have good credit. Currently living at home to save money while paying for student loans, car note, car insurance and other bills. I've heard a lot of different opinions outside of BP but I wanted to ask for some advice. Some people say "don't wait until you have the perfect amount of money saved, just dive in!" and others say "make sure you are somewhat financially stable before you buy your first property." I am a bit overwhelmed/lost on what I should do and what makes more sense right now given my financial responsibilities. 

If anyone has any advice or would like to share their own personal story of how they got started in a similar situation it would be greatly appreciated!

Thanks,

Olivia