You can probably start the education process at 17, then apply for your license once you turn 18.

You are off to a great start with your first one that cash flows. 

When they started screwing with us last week about appraisals and then having to give them an ‘after reno’ price for the house when they had no idea what we were doing the house to increase its value, I did mention to the partners I thought we’d been scammed.

If you're just starting out doing a deal or two together, the partnership agreement doesn't have to be that fancy.

Many people choose NOT to have this, because the administrator will then vet every investment you make to ensure you do not invalidate your IRA.Invalidating your IRA means that you've done a prohibited transaction and the entire account is then deemed as distributed to you.If you don't want checkbook control, then I recommend a plan administrator such as Equity Trust - www.trustetc.comIf you are sure that you're aware of all the rules around prohibited transactions and disqualified people (who you can and can't do business with), then a plan administrator like Sense Financial would be a good place to start talking.  

Quote from @Makani Donaldson: Hey everyone, I'm wondering what's the best way to approach a seasoned investor to start out. 

Many Gen Z buyers, however, are still in the process of securing their down payment funds or comparing loan options when they start making offers, putting them at a significant disadvantage.Looking AheadDespite these challenges, Gen Z homeownership demand remains strong.

You'll find everything you need to get started in the forums.

Since then, I've chosen the Couer d'Alene/Post Falls area and have already started working with an agent.

Any city that I'm looking to invest in I always start by looking at population growth.