Concentrate on bettering your personal finances.

I concentrate in California but have a national portfolio (acquired loans, not originated by us). 

Do your research and concentrate your efforts on areas that will attract and retain quality, long term tenants.

You make the money on the buy.I am still looking at a few, but am concentrating more on looking for stick builts that I can get a loan on to take advantage of the low rates while they last.

You are very young, Its my opinion you should finish your degree first and part time you can concentrate on you RE also.

Concentrate on the things you can control-your savings rate, how much leverage you have, etc.

Im a full time pm based in Maryland with a high concentration in Baltimore.  

Look for properties in desirable areas with strong demand for short-term rentals, such as popular tourist destinations or areas with a high concentration of business travelers.Another key factor to consider is the condition of the property.

I can now work less and can concentrate in getting deals.

Do: Consider real estate as a diversification tool.Don't: Over-concentrate in one asset class.Do: Consider an investment property if your cash flows are already strong.Don't: Rush through your cash flow projections.Do: Talk to someone who already owns an investment property.Source: https://money.usnews.com/money/blogs/the-smarter-mutual-fund-investor/articles/2017-07-27/5-dos-and-donts-of-investing-in-real-estate