There's a good chance the issue(s) you face has already been discussed and answered.Ask questions in the appropriate forum.

Sounds like DSCR as mentioned already would be the easiest way for that and wouldn't see any issues with owning/renting.

I have always been interested in home construction techniques that are different or older.Container homes, these sorts of shot-crete homes, bale homes etc.The biggest issue is not that fact that they will rent, for if they are in the right location, of course they will rent just fine.

Majority of my target market is International Students, serious about their Studies, not interested in causing issues.

Depends on the Class of the property/tenant.Class A, you may just have occassional maintenance issues.Class B, more maintenance issues, some tenant payment issues, some tenant drama.Class C, a lot of maintenance issues, a lot of tenant payment issues, a lot of tenant drama.Class D, too much to list.

Live in one unit and rent out the others to cover your mortgage.Seller Financing: Negotiate terms with the property seller where they act as the lender, often requiring a smaller down payment and bypassing traditional underwriting.Partnerships or Joint Ventures: Partner with an investor who provides the capital in exchange for a share of the property’s equity or income.Lease Options: Use a rent-to-own agreement, which allows you to control the property while saving for a formal purchase.BRRRR Method (Buy, Rehab, Rent, Refinance, Repeat): Acquire a distressed property with short-term financing, rehab it to increase value, rent it out, and refinance to recoup your initial investment.Pro TipStay in close communication with your lender as you approach your next purchase.

Part of the issue depends on what market your buyers are from and where they live..

There's a good chance the issue(s) you face has already been discussed and answered.Ask questions in the appropriate forum.

The house has some "hard" issues: 1. pretty steep hill in the front with stairs to the front of the house.

Is the buyer going to have the same issues with the property that you’re having?