Your 20s are a magical time of freedom and youth. We spend more time being spontaneous than achieving big goals most of the time.

If you can convert your 20s into a time of learning and preparing, you will reap the rewards for the next 60-80 years.

Real estate is a mindset first and an investment second. Building the mindset of an investor (and then a real estate investor) allows you to see over your peers.

So, spending your 20s reading and studying investing and real estate investing is vital to long-term success. You also can invest in real estate by living below your means, diversifying your portfolio, and building an emergency fund.

This stuff sounds boring, but riches come to those who are patient. Slow down, read a book, build a plan, and prepare to make solid investments in your late 20s and early 30s. That's the true path to wealth and happiness.