Quote from @Jackson Harris: Hey Kai'ler for our STR portfolio and what our investors do is start getting it listed on Facebook/Zillow rental/Furnish Finder/etc now as a LTR for that time period you're talking about.

Quick heads-up: Starting January 4, 2025, Pennsylvanias Act 52 requires anyone involved in wholesaling real estate to be a licensed agent.

Kid in college and one starting to drive   blah blah blah.I'm sure there are numerous places to cut money for sure. 

I'd start by giving all residents the required notice (usually 24 hours) and go inspect the units as quickly as you can. 

Breaking it down by room can make the process a lot easier.There are also some great pre-made checklists in Airbnb host groups and forums if you need a starting point.

There is a lot of research to be done to make sure it is feasible before you start the project. 

You have to front the deposit, which the contractor uses to get stuff done and that allows the drawing process to start from the escrow of rehab funds. 

Not sure if there's a lesson to be had there, but that's how I found it.I'll say though that once you know what you're looking for and create an industry specific network, you start to find them with some frequency.

Clean-up costs- make sure you have sufficient coverage.D. 

Excellent start.