I'd suggest connecting with local real estate agents and lenders can provide valuable market insights. 

You may not get any cash flow but you will get an education that Harvard, Stanford, or any Ivy League school can provide.  

We gave them the option to either provide them with the nightly rate per diem of the rental for them to do as they please or we would book accommodation for them.

Quote from @Eryn Garcia: Quote from @Theresa Harris: If you use the search function, there are a number of threads on this.Pros-you can rent by the room and make more moneyCons-students are often less experienced at living on their own and may do things that result in repairs (eg wrong soap in dishwasher), higher turnover, more calls to deal with things, higher chance of parties.If you do it, you may want to get a cleaner in once a week to clean common areas (students clean their own rooms and keep the place tidy, wash their own dishes) and you will need to get someone in to take care of the yard.Thank you so much for sharing could you tell me where the search function is  Up that the top right is a magnifying glass (a circle with a handle on the bottom right-could also look like the letter "Q") to the left of the bell. 

-Give them advice on what's popular in your area (meaning stay on top of what's hot).

Go to BUILD YOUR TEAM at the top of the screen and look for local investors or meetups in your area.

Whether you’re a seasoned investor, a first-time homebuyer, or someone just curious about the trends, this report will provide you with actionable insights and a hopeful outlook.Single Family Homes: A Thriving MarketApril 2024 has been a stellar month for single-family homes in Miami.

In general, investing in an income-generating property first can potentially provide long-term financial benefits and greater returns.

It can provide some decent money with little work.

I replaced a furnace at a rental with in base model, I don't recall the BTU or efficiency off the top of my head, but it was $3450 so I would guess you are going to be upwards of $6500-8K depending on sizes.