Your first step is definitely learning about the markets you are interested in and figuring our what your desired end state / goal is that you are hoping to achieve through real estate.

Important that you follow the necessary steps, deliver 5 day notice etc. 

Steps to PrepareGet Market Data: Research comparable sales to determine the property’s value.

Even a small first step will teach you so much, and with your analytical mindset, I have no doubt you’ll make smart decisions along the way.

I think if I can achieve that I will rapidly learn, then be able to evaluate what steps might be best for the next stages.

Our experience is that many lenders/servicer customer representatives may not know the protections that exist for those that want to put asset protection steps in place. 

I think that many people are not equipped to handle all of these steps.

Offering discounts and opening up your calendar are great steps.

Currently I'm looking for some kind of methodology, software or app, that I can use to manage the properties, which will allow for another family member to step in to my role relatively seamlessly if I were to pass in the future.

@Caleb Rehg  I would advise your first step is to search this site for college student rentals and student rentals and read all you can.