I recommend hiring either a PM or even a listing agent who you pay a half a month to a month of rent to get the unit rented.Just so you are aware, these tenants are your customers hence if you make the application process challenging and tedious at the very forefront of the process, most people don't got time for that.

And boasts 24/7 answering service.Anyone have any other companies that sell custom sized windows for DIYer/ contractors?

And as a builder don't you have a prefered lender who is easier to work with that you refer cliente's to.

This is the preferred strategy since it incentivizes your PM company to fill it as quickly as possible so they actually start receiving revenue from your property.

Foreclosure auctions are on the table, although least preferred due to the lack of interior access (maybe with more experience).

I had one customer who bought here thinking they had to go to the office every day and then never went to the office. 

Additionally, I prefer to receive the termination amount BEFORE the tenant breaks the lease and moves out.

@Kristian Conway I do think that students prefer SFHs over MFH so yes to answer your question.

If you prefer less risk and immediate income, then paying cash could be the way to go.I like that- both sides of the coin.  

As long as you have some residential areas where RVs and Boats are a pain to park or not allowed at all you will have customers.