At least 1 classmate in your school has gotta have a parent thats in real estate, find out who and work it!

Their excuse to me is that because it isn't my primary residence (I live with my parents), that they could not lend me equity on an investment property.Has anyone experienced the same?

Great opportunity to connect with a ton of folks and network all evening while benefitting the local food bank.It's on the BP calendar of Networking EventsThis one is sorta free, but we are asking for a small cash donation to Harvesters at the door.There are also a bunch of Meetup Groups, Landlord Associations and other clubs you can check out.You can find one or two events every week in the greater KC metro - I would suggest picking one or two.

Your 18 you have financial support from your grand parents. 

This deal sounds like you'd have to leverage yourself highly at a time when the market is on fire and prices are up to buy a place that most likely won't throw off enough rent to cover all expenses plus debt service after donating weeks of your own labor to the project for free.You really want to do that?

It works for families with older kids downstairs, mom and dad upstairs, or 2 adult generation families with one child e.g. grandparents, parent, and one kid.

Ask my parents?

I know her parents and asked if they were aware of what is happening.

Parents may find the location appealing. 

Have each sign the lease AND have the parents co-sign.