Its an individual decision and also depends on the financing used to purchase and the permanent lender requirements for seasoning if any.

I have been gathering knowledge and networking with individuals in the area to get as much experience and info as I can for my first deal.

You have outlined simple steps for young individuals to set themselves up for their first purchase of an investment property. 

I am a very driven individual with a big focus on self improvement.

I recommend setting up keyword alerts for each area as they are discussed in the forums daily with advertisements posted in the BiggerPockets marketplace hourly.One thing to note when looking at the individual markets, you can make or lose money in any market.

We would really like to meet with motivated individual(s) who are familiar with the local market, not only to invest in rental properties, but also to invest in land for new construction multifamily homes.

I am not sure on the mortgage part do I get a 15yr or 30yr or does it just matter on the individual property.

Would also need evaluate dependents and individuals that he will claim.5.

Yes, this does present the challenge of both individuals needing to be able to qualify for a loan on their own, but it’s a great way to do it.

I recommend setting up keyword alerts for each area as they are discussed in the forums daily with advertisements posted in the BiggerPockets marketplace hourly.One thing to note when looking at the individual markets, you can make or lose money in any market.