It's essential to do your due diligence and perhaps consider investing in more established or upcoming neighborhoods.Property Taxes: New Mexico's property taxes are relatively low in comparison to other states.

Also, get all personal info (DOB, SSN) from the seller in case needed when talking to lenders, lienholders, etc.

They are all under my personal name.

Overall I would personally consider how I can still grow with the freedom that I have focusing on my real estate.

If you try to go over the whole list, you’ll lose the attention of an average person and they won’t remember anything!

I'll let others chime in on their experiences, but from a motivational perspective, I think attending live events and getting the "conference high" is something that only happens through in-person connections and being in the same room with investors who are eagerly pursuing their real estate/financial goals. 

@Antoine Black  In general, yes, it goes off your personal credit. 

That person will be able to tell you what you can do and following that plan will give you peace of mind about your further investing strategy.

@Richard Rafferty, given the relatively small nature you are looking to take on with your first syndication, personally, I would find it hard justify the typically 20-30k+ for a paid mentor. 

This deal proved to be the perfect balance of financial gain and personal enjoyment.