@Caleb Rehg This thread may be helpful: Nearing 1,000 College Students: Here's What I've Learned

I was frustrated interviewing professionals to find out I often knew more than they did (specific to real estate) only because I am always reading and continuing to learn my trade to the best of my ability.  

I am looking to join a mentorship program to help lower my learning curve and until I find it, I am educating myself with books, as well as YouTube University and great advice from the BiggerPockets community.I do work full-time in a career that I love and is very rewarding, but I also know I won't attain my goals with my current job.

Lessons learned?

Prioritize properties with rental potential, plan for reserves and tenant strategies, and stay patient as you network and learn.

I'm here to learn what I can.

You need to learn how to analyze property and determine if they are a good investment.Here's a guide that describes how to analyze a property.https://www.biggerpockets.com/blog/rental-property-cash-flow...

Any pitfalls or lessons learned you wish you knew before your first syndication? 

Here’s what I’ve learned so far: Investors want deals with solid profit potential—so they’re always looking at the numbers: a good ARV, reasonable rehab costs, and enough room to make a return.

Of course riskier in general because not everyone is knowledgeable/trustworthy, but that's where you build the best team possible and learn.