As someone also looking to rent to college kids, I am making sure that all damages are on the heads of the tenant. 

Get a through inspection, I had termite damage in the laundry room that was worse than expected and had to spend a couple thousand dollars to tear down a wall and build back from new.

I haven't physically seen ONE of these properties and can truly say that once you get the first property done, you're on your way to more! 

Vandalism and property damage are constant concerns there.Should I continue?

See if you can see the pattern here: tenants that don't respect the homes, constant damage to the homes, evictions, renovations to homes, marketing for better tenants, vacancy, decreased cash flow, desperation... tenants that don't respect the homes, constant damage to the homes, evictions, renovations to homes, marketing for better tenants, vacancy, decreased cash flow, desperation... tenants that don't respect the homes, constant damage to the homes, evictions, renovations to homes, marketing for better tenants, vacancy, decreased cash flow, desperation... tenants that don't respect the homes, constant damage to the homes, evictions, renovations to homes, marketing for better tenants, vacancy, decreased cash flow, desperation...by now, you get the idea. 

If they graduated in physics, that's one thing but if they graduated in message therapy that's something else. 

I've always felt more comfortable investing in physical assets than in the stock market, but along the way I've come to enjoy investing in real estate for other reasons, too.

I have two offers: One offer: Deductible: $2,500 general issues and $5,000 for windstrom/hail damages.

If your friend moved in while you were still there, or got the keys from you and moved in right after you left, then they can probably argue that "you" never moved out, but instead sublet the place without permission.In this case, there's a good chance a judge will say that you do owe the rent (plus any damages), and it'll be on you to go sue the friend for it. 

Photos were recommended in cases of foreclosures or property damage/blight.2) No rescheduling...you will be assigned a day and have to show up (guess there were a lot of no-show's who wanted new appointments???)