So this isn't a question or advice thread, but I did read these two articles.

__source=mnd%7Cnews%7C&par=mnd As @Chris Eaker pointed out and the CNBC article makes clear, the market in Knoxville is very strong.

We like Sarasota so we have explored there, as well as the Pigeon Forge/Gatlinburg area. 

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!

Hello, BP community I'm only a couple days new to BP im still exploring all my pro features i'm serious about real estate and I love what I do.

I was just there at the beginning of the month exploring investment opportunities.

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

HMLs typically like to work with investors who have been successful already. 1 good flip might be enough to prove yourself.You can explore conventional financing options like FHA 203(k) or HomeStyle.

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!