There are a lot of things to consider, I'm unsure if this is normal for this time of year - other experiences and insight from local investors would be greatly appreciated.  

Maybe ask the guy in the photo if he needs a room.

If cabinets are in excellent shape, leave them alone.Accent wall adds no value.Would need photo and layout of existing bath and proposed bath and total rehab cost to tell you what value it adds, my guess is it adds $5000 in value or less.

Even if the deal doesn't go through, sharing your experience and tactic will be valuable information for myself and the entire BP community. 

You’re financially protected more with more units/doors.Of course more income.Cons of larger multi family are barriers of entry costs to acquire, operate, and experience.

I would stay away from long term contracts and pay by the month to start if you are using a service and then after you have real world experience with it, you can sign on for a year for the discount.

Get in and our of 3 projects as fast you can and now you have the experience and some profit and now the terms and programs get better for you and you will have gained some knowledge and know exactly what to expect.Just keep in mind that projects have a life cycle of 4 - 6 months. 

If so which ones and what was your experience like?

You don't need to know everything to get started; you need a foundation to build on and the rest will come through experience and then refining your education.You can build a basic understanding of investing in 3-6 months.

The idea is to create a welcoming, affordable living space primarily for local college students.As someone new to this journey, I would deeply appreciate any insights, opinions, or experiences you could share about living in or around Pine Hills.