Look at things like safety, schools, local amenities, and the overall vibe.

I’d recommend looking for a market that’s affordable and has good rental demand—local job growth or proximity to schools can be a sign of a solid investment.

Starting now, even while juggling school and your internship, will give you a huge head start.

For some background info, I am 22 years old, and I graduated college in May 2024 with my bachelor's in construction management.

.- I was scared to drop out of law school In 2021 and go all in on REI, I’m super happy with my decision.Now, whenever I’m scared/nervous, I take that as a sign that I should probably do it, and that it’s room for growth.Yes, sometimes it will be a mistake, but that’s how you learn.4) Value Relationships over everythingGood relationships will bring you more joy and take you farther than being selfish and/or greedy.What principles do you live by?

- Should I go back to school and obtain an Associates degree in Real Estate? 

I am a soon to graduate 22 year old student athlete/Husband/Father.

Focus on neighborhoods near employers or schools, and explore slightly outside Austin for more affordable options. 

A certain SF, # of bedrooms, school districts?

This is the BEST $100 you will ever spend, and if you listen to Amanda Han's tax book, you'll know it's also likely a business expense for you to write off :) https://biggerpockets.supercast.com/My perfect way to learn from the BP books is to listen to the audio book through the subscription above, then books that really stand out to me I go old school and get the physical copy so that I can re-read it, take notes in the margins, and put post it notes so key points are easier for me to re-reference in the future.