It helps to start by picking one or two markets to research in depth, especially those that offer good value for your capital or align with your goals.For resources, I’d suggest diving into books like Rich Dad Poor Dad to build a solid real estate mindset, and maybe explore podcasts or online forums where real estate investors share experiences.

I started by listening to rich dad poor dad books.

It's a "Get Rich Slow Scheme"!

A prudent investor doesn't seek quick riches through shortcuts.

A prudent investor doesn't seek quick riches through shortcuts.

@Joseph Campbell you are going to become a rich man if you go at this the right way.  

After reading Rich Dad Poor Dad and Second Chance by Robert Kiyosaki.

And it feels great to finally be cash rich and not just house rich and cash poor which is what I was for the longest time growing that portfolio.   

I understand that isn't what you thought initially but 15k is insane to get what you got and ended up with.There is way to much social med. crap that "get rich quick" is a pure and total smoke screen regarding real estate.

There are many rich people that end up bankrupt because they never learn to control their finances.By the time you reach 18, you should be able to buy a house hack, giving you a place to live and some rental income.