I grew up right outside of Lowell in Dracut, but the team didn't start there until I was finishing college.FYI I actually own several rentals in Lowell so if you think you will be there next year it could be a place to research.As for your idea about the rental near UF that could be a good idea.  

So check it out and if you are an accountant and could use your real estate license to help clients find houses and make a significant other source of income then I say go for it, to cut a little commisions I would pass.Another bonus though is having access to the MLS and that can be a HUGE benefit as usually the smokin deals get ate up right away I check the MLS atleast every 30 minutes in my county and surrounding counties.

I have put in a few offers and have been outbid by cash buyers.. people are snatching properties up right now!

Just trying to upright it was a challenge.

Luckily the PA tipped me off to the likelihood of the clothing guy showing up right away wanting to take it all, and he did. 

I think that sums it up right there.  

Tenants who are set up right from the start typically remain that way through out their lease and cause you fewer head aches.

Have the PM company make sure they board it up right away and get the insurance people out ASAP.  

@Steve Babiak - good thought on our "discards", but we leased up right about a year ago.  

For example, if you haul a fridge and put it on its side, you have to wait a day or so to plug it back in, but you can just leave it upright in a truck.