Find them through Google and meetup.comGo to IREM.org search for ARM certified property managers.

Does anyone know of some creative ways to get in on a furnished apartment for a short time like this and not pay an arm and a leg?  

Go to IREM.org search for ARM certified property managers.

If I were in your situation, I would first assess the property condition and immediately address deferred maintenance and repair needs, starting with safety issues.

yea, her dad is wealthy, and could bail them out, but I know a lot of people who are in this situation without any backup or safety net.  

This shifts the liability, cost (and safety issues) to the cable company if any damage were to occur.

Scott The Book on Flipping Houses, The Book on Estimating ReHab Costs http://www.biggerpockets.com/flippingbookGo to IREM.org search for ARM certified property managers.

@Brian LumpkinGo to IREM.org search for ARM certified property managers.

Contact me via my cell or just shoot me a text if you want their contact info and I will forward it to you.Bank Statement ProgramMortgage Solutions for Agency Fall-OutNo tax returns requiredBank statement deposits used to qualify24 months personal bank statementsLoans up to $2 millionCredit scores down to 660Rates starting in the 5’sUp to 85% LTVDTI up to 50% consideredOwner-occupied, 2nd homes, and investment properties3 years seasoning for foreclosure, short sale, BK, DILNon-warrantable condos consideredJumbo loans down to 660 score7/1 ARM or 30-year fixedNo pre-payment penalty for owner-occ and 2nd homesSFRs, townhomes, condos, 2-4 unitsSeller concessions to 6% (2% for investment)

These have smaller pieces I can control at arms length.