It take a special knack. 

If you are asking how are they accommodated, then the answer is either on campus or in most cases in specially built accommodation close to the university.

You can also check out groups like the National Alliance for Recovery Residences (NARR), which might have some leads for you.Another option is to talk to property managers who specialize in group homes or sober living.

We didn't buy much from the MLS and if we did, it was either a "handyman special" or it had been on the market 180+ days with a motivated seller willing to take less than market value.This will be the "new normal" going forward and a lot of newer investors will drop out of the acquisition market and just hold what they have.

If the rental income doesn’t sufficiently cover the debt payments by their standards, they’ll limit the loan amount, even if the property is worth more.You could try a few alternatives:•Look for lenders who specialize in commercial real estate and have more flexible DSCR requirements.

A good real estate accountant can save you thousands of dollars by leveraging entity selection and formation, tax deductions, cost segregations, bonus depreciation and tax planning.I recommend finding an accountant who specializes in real estate taxation, business taxation, financial planning and tax planning.I would also recommend looking for a accountant willing to work with you throughout the year.

If you’re looking for multifamily deals in NC, try connecting with local commercial brokers who specialize in multifamily properties—they often have access to off-market deals.

It’s worth exploring credit unions or lenders specializing in non-W-2 borrowers.

It's thorough, easy to use and easy to modify so you can include your own special terms such as quiet hours, how trash service will be handled, parking, and anything else that is specific to your property. 

A buddy of mine, who’d been eyeballing a small multi-unit in Tucson recently, nearly forgot to factor in the HOA’s special assessment fee.