This exercise will give you a deeper understanding of the relationships between the variables involved.

The time it takes to get approval for the port depends on the efficiencies in both the HAs involved in the process.  

I know there are multiple ways but with great credit/credit history and little to no funds as a first time buyer what’s the top creative ways to begin?

Good tip there.I will be adding a nest, and it will be linked with an alexa (for multiple reasons, including security features).  

I am 17 years old and hunger to learn more about MFH and Apartment Building investing. Experience is extremely important and I feel that having someone I can learn from would be crucial in my success. I can work for f...

I generally don't do owner financing unless its a minimum of 3 years for multiple reasons you've included.I agree though a lease option might be a better choice in general with the info that's been spoken about, but there is a lot going on so you'd need to make sure if in 2 years this person decides not to buy you have a back up (which it seems like you might already have).

It has a good overview of the processes involved. https://www.amazon.com/Paper-Profits-Beginners-essentials-investment/dp/154129601X

Foreclosure, purchased from multiple offer situation.

I know several realtors and met many more - is it PC to enlist the help of multiple agents?

A couple more articles on this topic: https://www.biggerpockets.com/blogs/10850/77215-th...https://www.biggerpockets.com/blogs/10850/74885-if...3) become HML (a bit more involved than private money4) invest in notes (performing or non-performingIf you have other questions, feel free to reach out to me directly.