The unit is within blocks of Harvard University and a billion other universities are within a few miles.

Pittsburgh is home to many major universities including the rapidly growing Carnegie Mellon University which is “at least partially responsible for Pittsburgh’s growth, from revitalized neighborhoods to a vibrant and booming restaurant scene.”

I don't think a degree will help, I'd sign up for courses and learn as much as you can.

At the time, I had just graduated with a physics degree, landed a great job in the Bay Area, and was newly married.

., downtown Fort Worth and Texas Christian University).My Goal:I’m focused on cash flow, and this property seems like it could work if I can stabilize it.

We make sure to do the work to a high degree.

Tons of great opportunities for STR/MTR here because of the huge hospital network/Ohio State University.

I was out of college (just earned my degree in Culinary Arts) and was constantly running out of money.

That said most folks have price targets and if large complexes are conceding 1 or 2 months on the 1st year lease, itll put downward pressure on your rent to some degree. 

Direction Cracks that run diagonally or horizontallyCracks that run at a 45-degree angleOther signs Cracks that appear suddenlyMultiple cracks, especially if clustered togetherCracks that widen over timeDoors and windows that don't close properlySagging ceilings or leaning wallsSigns of water leakage  -------------------------------------Just annoying stuff...fun, huh?