I do see a ton of 2 unit houses on Zillow, so would it be a good bet that these are landlords trying to unload their stock before student housing regs kick in?

Obviously, this is just my own analysis but the new administration anticipation is the flavor of the year.I'm still yet to be fully sold that we're healthy as a country and that 100% of what we're being told will happen-- I'm betting less than 50%.

I bet if they found a subsurface problem, I would own those. :-)ps.

Kitchens and bathrooms are always a good bet, but think beyond the basics.

I bet it would hardly move the needle.

Your best bet for that size will be local banks and credit unions, good luck.

So your best bet is to put yourself in their shoes and shop around just like they would be.Also, some markets are definitely seasonal, and your market rent could change drastically from winter to spring/summer.

Otherwise, rent-by-room is probably your best bet.

I bet they were valid.

Buying fent from a stranger is a safer bet.