Read some books (preferably books written before the internet age), and apply the wisdom that has worked for thousands of years: earn, save, invest.

I also read that a proper structure must be followed to defend future assets like trusts under LLC, etc, because there are many assets hunters going for your properties and looking to sue you. 

I believe there's always a market for college rentals, though certainly care would need to be taken tin bringing in the right renters for the school year.

Read, they come across as a telemarketer. 

They’re obviously listed under the foreclosure section, but it looks maybe they read as warnings?

I read your other posts on BP and your analysis always seems very well thought out and informed so just curious. 

But, the fact that it does not show up on a credit report is not something your borrowers should care about one way of another. 

I've read many discussion on this forum, but nothing really comes close to your own experience. 

Read as many RE books as you can get your hands on.

I have around $10k set aside right now for the project and recently read Brandon Turners book (Rental Property Investing) and have started listening to the BiggerPockets podcast.