A great way to start is by attending RE events and joining a local investors association.

People like Central Tucson because it is close to the downtown that has a great food and night activity scene and is also close the University of Arizona campus that draws lots of parents and grandparents and people who just like the college campus vibeWest Tucson is a great option for the views, golfing and resort feel.

Or would I be wiser to wait until I have a 9-5 post college and just enjoy these years and hope market conditions become more favorable?

@Marc ShinI recommend finding local meetups to attend. https://www.biggerpockets.com/forums/521I have found all of my best BRRRR connections at local meetups.

Lafayette has a meetup that may be close enough for you to attend.

Graduating college, not wanting to pay rent, saving a pile of cash, thinking about hacking.   

@Kris LouI recommend finding local meetups to attend. https://www.biggerpockets.com/forums/521I have found all of my best connections at local meetups.

A strong partnership is built on trust, shared values, and aligned goals, so it's not something to rush into.I recommend attending in-person networking events to meet like-minded individuals.

I attended middle school here and spent many years growing up in the area.

The location of the property is near a college and the setup is very similar to college apartments.