I would suggest one or both of you go talk to a Civil Engineer and ask if they can see a way to accomplish what you are trying to do.

Philly has a ton of opportunity, but since you are new to the area, I would suggest waiting six months before you buy anything there so you can really understand the block construction of the area.

For example, incorporating energy-efficient solutions and smart home technology has been a game-changer in similar markets, especially when paired with features like office spaces that cater to remote workers.As for potential add-ons, corporate housing partnerships are a brilliant suggestion!

I’m a contrarian but I’d suggest Columbus.

Without knowing the specifics of the Providence market, I would suggest researching the locations of other student housing providers (ex: https://the02908club.com/).

I would suggest the book Turnkey Revolution.

You've probably heard and have been suggested to invest in stocks, bonds, or have thought about other real estate alternatives.

Being new I would suggest started with existing builds but building small multifamily in a small town with a rental shortage could be a smart move (someone's gotta do it).

That is me reading between the lines, and I would suggest partnering with someone who has the money.

Thank you BP family for your support, sentiments, and suggestions.