You have the same problem most people have. 

Focus on networking and learning from experienced investors—you're already ahead of 99% of people your age, so stay consistent and take action!

Also, I like mentoring a few people interested at times, but find it very frustrating.

This just covers the basics: how many people, do they have pets, what is their timeline for moving?

Ask multiple people on and off BP (preferably people who are no biased). 

You are talking to the wrong mortgage people.  

I worked with an agency back in 2019 - 2020 and found myself training their people more than they did.

Two parents and 4 kids seems reasonable, but my houses are really tight with more than 8 people milling about. 

I think because I've been learning about it so much and talking to so many people, I'm in a state of analysis paralysis and I just need to pick a good deal and go with it with the team that I form.

In order for people to own a house and have a family they need to make six figures.