@Leo KotschenreutherBuilding a good rapport with an agent is vital and you should be looking for someone who has a marketing plan outside of "sign in yard, list on MLS".

Appreciate any advice, while experienced in many facets of real estate, I am out of my depth here.thanks!

Understanding your team is vital.

Your source for lead generation is vital for any business that thrives on leads.  

The property details are more important than my details, so my credit score, income, and other assets are unlikely to impact loan terms for the better.Yes, more important but your details are still vital to getting approved.

utm_source=newsletter- https://www.biggerpockets.com/renewsblog/telltale-signs-youre-not-ready-to-invest/- https://www.biggerpockets.com/renewsblog/vital-importance-mentor/- https://www.biggerpockets.com/renewsblog/get-ready-to-invest/- https://royallegalsolutions.com/get-your-head-in-the-game-four-pro-tips-for-creating-a-winning-real-estate-investing-mindsetYou might want to read and follow these threads: https://www.biggerpockets.com/forums/48/topics/630353-advice-to-your-20-year-old-self https://www.biggerpockets.com/forums/12/topics/625324-looking-for-financial-advise-for-getting-started?

I will be engaged much more within real estate in all facets. 

@Cam Jimmy With a 1031 Exchange, there are many roles that are vital to the transaction.

There are so many facets to real estate investing.

I will look in on the vital information you have given me.