@Scott Lorence make sure you find a PMC that has experience dealing with college rentals. 

Purchase price: $285,000 Cash invested: $33,500 In May 2024, I purchased a duplex in College Station as a house hack.

Purchase price: $285,000 Cash invested: $33,500 In May 2024, I purchased this duplex as a house hack opportunity located in the heart of College Station.

Purchase price: $189,000 Cash invested: $40,000 Mid-term rental property in a college town.

Citizens Bank has an online only for 4.5% no fees. 

Any response helps.I currently am a senior in college graduating in December.

As I mentioned I finished my post graduate education 50 years ago, so my experience may not be so relevant in today's world, with so much of the information we received in college courses available on line for free.  

Focus on location: Look for properties near colleges or hospitals—they tend to bring consistent, reliable renters. 2.

I am a RE agent in Stephenville, Tx. and it is poised for big growth. I am looking to connect with investors looking to buy, or lend. I will be your boots on the ground.

As @Ke Nan Wang said you have to hire an architect to make these decisions for you.On my projects I will compile like 5-10 inspiration photos based on projects I've done in the past, comps, and photos I find online, then I'll present those to the draftsman/architect.