I think learning as much as you can now going forward until you are able to get into a house hack or your first investment property if you don’t want to house hack is your best bet.

I really see Columbus Ohio as an extremely safe bet for the next 10-20 years.

Multifamily would probably be your best bet.

Reach out to experts on this thread or post the address and I bet you will get a lot of feedback.  

Fixed could be a safer bet with your loans already playing interest games.

Obviously, newer homes are the "safest" bet because they will likely not need any major CapEx expenditure.What's the oldest property you would consider investing in for rental property before major systems (electrical, plumbing, etc.) become a major liability and expense?

Building inspectors love quoting "A structural engineer" for anything and everything.Even a dime size hole in the siding.They kill a lot of deals with their terminologyJust my opinion.Thanks  If I was betting I would say in Memphis there is no basement. again just based on my funding houses there.

Honestly, IMO your best bet is house hacking.

Being busy with school and sports can definitely make it hard to make time for investing.

I bet you can find one for around $400-500.