AIM: I am looking to start a syndicate. 

Hello everyoneI am new here and want to get started in real estate.

Start by networking through local meetups, REIA groups, and online communities like BiggerPockets to connect with experienced investors.

I first started out in Real Estate by house hacking in college. 

It sounds like you are off to a great start already especially by educating yourself! 

If you do have enough other income then you dont even need to lease out this property to start your refinance.However if you dont have enough income to qualify with no rental income offset then yes you will need to obtain your lease(s) and security deposit + 1st months rents deposited before you can utilize 75% of this gross income - your monthly PITIA payment (in terms of qualification on this property refinance.So all in all Id make sure what your current debt to income position is first of all (DTI) and then strategize to see if you even need the leases at all.

BiggerPockets is full of resources designed to help you along your journey, whether you are just getting started or a seasoned investor.

I also just started working with Penn State Federal Credit Union.  

I would find some motivation seeing how long it takes to stabilize a portfolio and start to see the profit.

I suggest you start with developers in your local area (your county and neighboring counties level) because they would be your most likely partner or parcel buyer.