I'm currently grossing around $2,900 in rent per month.

., or Boston, Philadelphia offers relatively affordable rent, or section 8 tenants, especially those who are relocating from more expensive areas. 

2) You MUST screen these people before renting to them, but you can use FurnishedFinders screening tool3) Otherwise, you can put your choice of screening link in your ad or include in a response template in FF.

I bought a duplex house near Scranton this past year and it is rented out . 

Many community banks will give you credit for proforma rents.  

Our aim is to maximize appreciation and rent growth while still cash flowing enough to break even after all expenses in the short term.

What rent collection software do you recommend and why?

A great way to get started if you currently have a W2 job is to buy a house hack like a duplex or a fourplex where you can move into one of the units and continue to rent/manage the other units.

I'm considering partnering with a non-profit that would manage the sober-living program; with me just providing the house passively for rent on a per bed basis. 

Fully rented property since listed for rent in May 2020.