Reading some of the posts on this thread, I think we'd be a great fit for some, but maybe not for others.

Since you’re in Conroe, we can also compare opportunities there versus College Station to find the best fit for your goals.

Here are key steps for effective screening:Application Form: Require the new tenant to fill out a detailed rental application to collect essential information, including employment history, references, and prior landlords.Credit Check: Perform a credit check to assess financial reliability, past payment behavior, and overall financial responsibility.Judgments & Liens: Ensure judgments and liens are included within your report; they are no longer on credit reports.Background Check: Conduct a criminal background check to identify any potential issues that could affect their suitability as a tenant.Income Verification: Confirm that the potential tenant has a stable income and meets your required income-to-rent ratio.By thoroughly screening the potential new tenant, you'll ensure that they are a good fit and reduce risks associated with lease transfers.

  :) Here are the local gatherings:MonthlyThe biggest event is the Augusta REIA (the second Thursday of each month) https://www.facebook.com/reiaofaugustaAnd the second biggest is the Bigger Pockets Meet up the 4thFriday of each month - https://www.eventbrite.com/o/christopher-oyenuga-53272302923There’s also Fit Investors Walk the 1st Saturday of each month at Savannah River Rapids https://www.facebook.com/groups/551851979899690Cashflow (the game based on Rich Dad, Poor Dad) the last Saturday of the month at 8:50am - 909 Walker St (The Auben Realty office)Weekly:Tuesdays: 8:30am, Ubora - 1128 Jones St, Augusta, GA 30901Thursdays: 6:30am, Sunrise Grill - 3830 Washington Rd #10, Augusta, GA 30907Thursdays: 4:30pm – Sole - 1033 Broad St, Augusta, GA 30901Friday: 11:55am – BBQ Barn - 10298 Atomic Rd, North Augusta, SC 29841If you have any questions or if there's something I can help with, just let me know. :)

If you're hesitant to do a new deal, are there any properties you currently own that would be a good fit for rent by the room?

Get to understand what his goals are then together see if you can structure the deal to fit his goals and creates opportunity for you as well.

Select leads that are fresh and fit your buy box and call them.

Does anyone have recommendations for markets that fit these criteria?

Looks like you already have a couple of potential experts on the subject raising their hand to help.. maybe you should direct message them and choose / hire one that seems to be the best fit.

A tenant may be able to "fake it" in the interview but I'd say if you ask the right questions and have a long enough interview you can get a decent idea who will be a fit and who may not!