I ran into this article today:http://www.sfgate.com/news/article/Stockton-travel...For those who made it to the end of my post, I appreciate your time!

First off I would not be mislead by price per sqft, it can mislead you and cost you thousands.https://www.biggerpockets.com/blogs/8050/49618-pri...Use what has sold past six, seller motivation, what amenities, location, cost of repairs, area rent rate, etc.True market value is what a buyer will offer and what a seller will accept.

I'm full of book knowledge, podcasts, articles, blogs, forums and meetings with team members, but I'm the type that prefers OJT. 

I recently wrote the blog post What Serving on My HOA Board is Teaching me About REI and today I can add one more item to the list: Opportunity to Find Partners.

Make sure to check out the very informative blogs. https://www.biggerpockets.com/blogs

Hey Sean, I would recommend you check out my article on the subject: https://www.biggerpockets.com/renewsblog/2015/07/29/introduction-student-housing/ and my dad's podcast where he talks a good amount about student housing: https://www.biggerpockets.com/renewsblog/2015/09/17/bp-podcast-140-the-riches-are-in-the-niches-with-bill-syrios/.

There was a post this morning that someone linked to a CNN (I think) article that Wells Fargo is now offering a 3% down product, and you can borrow the down payment.Best of luck and happy investing!

(I have always liked the Investopedia definition and example of a value trap, http://www.investopedia.com/articles/stocks/08/val... - just change the word "stock" to rental property when you read the article )  It does not make any difference where the properties are located.

Be sure to get the most out of BP by taking advantage of the podcasts, webinars, free books, courses, and blogs.

In my opinion we may be entering into the final phase of the housing boom cycle, wonder how long this could last before the next correction.Below is the link to article from WSJ.http://www.wsj.com/articles/wells-fargo-to-offer-low-down-payment-mortgages-without-fha-backing-1464235261