Any particular pros or cons, did the process differ in any way from non-college tenants, anything you wish you knew beforehand or general advice/things to take into consideration?

Too bad they acknowledge it in a footnote rather than in the body of the "story".At worst having your name forged on a deed or mortgage is an inconvenience, however I understand that to the uninformed and misinformed it can be frightening, a fear made worse by things like the FBI "story".Having worked on many title insurance claims over thirty years that involved forged deeds and mortgages, and having consulted on even more, it's with some experience I can state that I have never seen someone lose title to real property or be forced to pay a mortgage they didn't create or benefit from, because of a forgery and I really wish the fairy tale would die a natural death.  

They put odorant in gas to detect leaks(rotten egg smell), you can pinpoint leaks by using a combustible gas indicator and soapy water.I wish we have gas service in our prop in Houston.

Yes, some of the same properties will be available through ListSource but the list truly is yours.Once you have your prospects, do a tax search for the owner online for free through the local town's tax payment site, and then market to them how you wish whether it be yellow letters, postcards, etc.

If you are in a more expensive market, will be working these deals full-time, have experience managing rehabs, etc then you very well may wish to use financing and maximize the use of your available money. 

Wish me luck.

Wishing you the best and plenty of success in your journey!

Gordon - wishing you good luck in the St.

I don't have much to add to @Kenny Hall amazing answer but wanted to wish you the best of luck with your new Indy MF! 

I wish I could upvote more than once.