I am also still in school, and I have a part time job.

With people continually migrating from CA, more jobs moving here (Tesla Semitruck factory being built as I type this), I don't know how this gets solved. 

I know there is surety bond process and there a a few companies that appear to offer a service (Like Rhino)Furnished Finder has a new feature called Worry Free Waivers but when I tried  to better understand their process, it was clear they have not done a good job of vetting this out. 

Should I try to make the deck on the second floor a common space or as part of a large bedroom?

FlooringScope of Work:Replace carpet in bedrooms with engineered hardwoodRefinish existing hardwood floors in common areasInstall durable tile in wet areas (bathrooms, laundry room)Estimated Cost: $20,0004.

In the OFF-chance (not as common), you're looking to get into a DSCR loan...there are ways to get no origination or processing fee by originating your own loan (yes this is possible and you can do it in 39 states without a license).

Definitely will bring more jobs and with that the workers' families.

Here's some online software options that you commonly see recommended on BiggerPockets.

This is a straightforward and common approach.However, make sure to document the change in the lease renewal or addendum, specifying the new security deposit amount.

Your job will be to find an investor-friendly brokerage willing to teach.