You need to amass a large portfolio for it to be passive (aka hiring someone to manage).If you want to be financially independent as fast as you can then you need to do a few things. 1) get as high of an income as possible (this usually takes schooling and/or experience, think high income profession - law, medicine,etc)2) live as frugally as possible (you will sacrifice a lot here, think of not going out with friends, live at home/save on rent, etc)3) invest as much as possible and I mean invest not yoloing on random hot tips (you are starting young, time will be on your side)If you do this consistently and remain highly disciplined, you will get there faster than most.

I could get an apartment but I think house hacking would be more worth while. any tips and insight as to get started quickly or should I rent an apartment for a year so I have more time to plan?

Any advice or tips really appreciated and again just starting to jump into a community of likeminded people.

I've come to Bigger Pockets to learn some tips, tricks, and hints about real estate investment and to connect with folks who have similar goals. 

The next time you're hiring an agent, you can always send me a message and I will give you some tips on what to look for when choosing one. 

I'm on a mission to help clients navigate the journey of buying or selling their homes with confidence and joy.Whether you're a seasoned investor or just starting out, I can’t wait to exchange ideas, tips, and success stories.

Also, make sure the management entity’s taxation as a C corporation aligns with your long-term goals.Has anyone here gone through a similar process and have any attorney referrals or tips to share?

If so, any tips for doing this for tems, contract, etc? 

This is just the tip of the iceberg, but I could try to help you sell it if you're interested. 

Any advice or tips really appreciated and again excited to just start jumping into a community of likeminded people.