Since you are young, your earning potential is likely to increase so depending on the costs involved and finances, and those you have to help support and educate you on the process of home ownership and landlording, it could be an excellent opportunity.

So, a little background: I'm 24, just returned from Barcelona, Spain where I earned a Master's in International Relations, and have since been working as a historian. 

Although they are earning low return, they got their immigration status that could benefit them and their immediate family.

Miller (President of SBY) transcript: Edited Transcript of SBY earnings conference call 5-Nov-15

If you haven't looked into the Brian Buffini Peak Producers course, I might do that if I were in your shoes.  

If you too want to earn handsome amount of returns, then you need to take right help from right people.Have A Track At Your Credit ReportTo correctly determine your ability to invest in the real estate, you need to have a proper estimation of your credit report.

While promissory notes make good IRA or solo401k investments, it is important to  properly screen borrowers so not to risk your hard earned retirement funds.

Keep earning that paycheck and saving as much as you can.Keep your credit score up then buy yourself a home, perhaps a duplex or a single that you can rent spare rooms to your buddies.Let your tenants pay your mortgage.You can get a FHA loan which will only require 3.5% down.Richard had some good advice as well if your interested in earning some additional income quickly a RE license will really open you up to more opportunities to learn and earn while also keeping your regular job.Down the road your rental income and possibly real estate agent commissions can Grant you the opportunity to walk away from the w2'd job.Good luck. 

The wholesale business is an excellent way to earn cash by selling the contracts you acquire to buyers.

Continue to learn and earn while actively taking steps to save money  and build your credit.