Do you think maybe the area under the windows was before part of the original window openings and they replaced windows and boxed part of the lower ends of the opening up to accommodate the new windows they were putting in... either way.. vinyl siding there is suitable choice and no maintenance. 

I'm thinking the home is not suitably insulated for such an undersized system.So, you may have two strikes against you.System sizing you'd need to take up with the property owner.

We are repairing rotting, moldy floor joists, a condition that extends through the floors of the other unit, due to years of leaks and neglected maintenance by the previous owner.I have explained to my tenant that the unit is not suitable for habitation because of the mold and rot, and that these issues cannot be repaired on her side while it's occupied.

She is asking if it would be OK if she could find a suitable roommate to replace here.

It's a great idea if you're a seasoned investor and doing long term holds ORif you're a seasoned flipper and just need gap funding ORif you are confident in your investment strategy.So, if the unknowns are minimum, the risk goes way down, and the suitability of borrowing from your retirement goes way up.

Check on state laws as to leasing to aliens, especially from Mars (LOL, I know that's not politically correct, but what ever these visitors are).

24 1 & 2 bedroom UnitsNewer construction (2001-2008)Permits for 8 more units.On site septicGood stable occupancyGood access to Scranton PA and the Pocono regionAdditional 16 acre lot included. suitable for SFRCurrent rent collected $15,500/mo.

When looking for professional management later on you become a better interviewer for a suitable company to coordinate your investment decisions.

We, so far, have not found a suitable partner to work with and have turned down opportunities that looked good until we really dug into the fine details.Good luck on your end and I would be happy to help in any way.

My initial research has shown the properties near Syracuse University suitable for student housing are super expensive, and it seems like they'd require a lot more tenants (i.e. dealing with separate person per bedroom) to cash flow, than regular duplexes/small multi families.