If your student loans are only 3-5% interest, that's pretty good so I think it's okay to pay those off over time.It sounds like you're making good income with your current employer and there is room to grow, so I'd plan to stay with that job until you can pay your high interest loans off and save enough for a down payment for your first property.

As your base level of knowledge grows, you will start to develop a clearer picture on the things you want to do, and where you skill sets lie, which can narrow down who you may want for partner.  

Just remember, you’ll maybe inheriting tenants, so make sure you run the numbers and see if it makes sense for you.

Remember up to four units is still considered residential. 

Investing relatively small amounts into many different funds, notes, syndications, etc and having a chunk of your capital grow that way.

Quote from @John Underwood:He still to the day says this is the worse thing he has ever done in his life I was told many times growing up (and repeat hearing that voice as an adult).   

Remember, the notion of amassing wealth without investing is a dangerous myth perpetuated by self-proclaimed experts.

Went to a community College for diploma, then worked, interned and got hired in her field of study before graduating college with a bachelor's last month with no debts in a growing field with high demand and six figure yearly salary.She bought a primary residence 2020 with 3% down and house hacked, which allowed her to live rent free for 2 years while tenants paid down the loan.

I can't remember the exact amount of Duplexes on the street when I drove down but they say there about 8 to 9 units unoccupied. 

As a new investor, focusing on these can give you a solid foundation to grow your portfolio.I’m primarily focused on the Indianapolis market, where we specialize in new build duplexes that offer strong returns and stable rental income.