Frankly, I consider that cheap for books, classes and education. 

We have relocated from a city closer to my wife's work and we travel a lot ( 5 months and a half last year ) .

There are cheap blinds from Walmart.com for most sizes.

Just traveling workers with a per diem.

It's cheap and just adds an extra level of protection.4.

When you show a property, explain how noise travels and the importance of respecting the neighbors, particularly during quiet hours.

I'm shocked you could even find something in the Reno area for that cheap. 

A townhome that cheap should cash flow and shouldn't be too difficult to beat the One Percent Rule. 

@Michael Noto @Ilgaz Arikan, What I will say though however, is that I do have a couple colleagues that specifically have STR around New Haven targeting travel nurses and transplant patients, and college areas.

People you know and trust could save you some travel time, and give good insights on properties you're considering.I wish you the best of luck on this, and trust that others here on BP will provide you with some additional help.