Yelling won't help.  

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My recommendation would be to get approved as a Landlord, contact the director's office and request that an inspection be completed before a tenant is selected (sometimes they will do this as long as you select a tenant within 14 days - which you want anyways), and have an online application and screening resource in place.  

The @Dave Meyer book Start with Strategy will also be a good resource.

BiggerPockets is full of resources designed to help you along your journey, whether you are just getting started or a seasoned investor.

I have been reading the online resources about getting started, searching the market, and even doing tours, but I am hesitant to jump in and buy a house as I have quite a large amount of student debt.

I plan to kindly follow up with collecting.Trust but verify - I looked it up & there was a news story about itAnyone know of any resources out the there to help him in the short term with rent? 

I’m looking for mentorship from other investors in this forum to help me identify deals, help avoid common pitfalls and learn from failures. 

BiggerPockets is full of resources designed to help you along your journey, whether you are just getting started or a seasoned investor.

If you are familiar with this area, any further recommendations or resources you are willing to provide, I am super grateful.