The best advice on this topic, in my opinion, comes from 2 books:How to win friends and influence peopleNever eat aloneI am also looking for brokerages to work with or even experienced shadow / intern for to gain experience and additional knowledge.

@Ibrahim AtoumIf you're starting house hacking at 20, focus on building your knowledge and financial readiness.

I sucked up every piece of knowledge I could.

If someone pays 5k for the knowledge yes it is a scheme to leverage what their parents taught  them and thinking paying off their home is a good thing.

Overall, I think these are solid markets to invest in with many Pros, but Cons as well (of course).Happy to connect and knowledge if you are interested.

Exceptionally knowledgeable, very professional, and service oriented.

Invest in my knowledge/education of real estate rental investment through reading, listening to podcasts, and talking/networking with other RE investors, etc.

It takes a certain level of QB knowledge to set it up correctly.

However, I have very little knowledge about getting started.

Your extensive knowledge in flipping, contracting, property management, and private money lending will surely be a huge asset to the community.