It's very common for the temperature to be 10-20 degrees below freezing in Colorado at night in the winter.

I have connected with a few but with varying results and none were a good fit.

Rent can vary from one house to the next on the same street depending on the condition of the property, square footage, etc. 

I've also recently started investing in the stock market, and while I really enjoy that, the returns can vary greatly depending on the overall market atmosphere.

I have a bachelors in biology and am currently pursuing a pharmacy degree.

I have been in that business since I was 17 including those college years eventhough my business degree emphasized real estate.Several of my freinds have moved down to Austin but none are in the real estate business.  

I know this can vary depending on the demands of a particular property, but I'm just looking for general thoughts on this.  

I think he would mentor me if I choose to go this route but I don't think I want to sacrifice my career and degree so soon after starting.

Congrats on finishing your degree, Tim Butterfield and best of luck entering the market.

Your issue, and mine too a certain degree, is not keeping up rents at the pace the properties are appreciating.