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New Investor Saying Hello

Jen DuguiesPro Member
Member since 2026 · 4 posts · 5 votes

Hi Everyone! I'm Jen and I'm just getting started in real estate investing. I've read books, listened to podcasts and have been reading through the BP forums. I'd like to buy SFH with the intention of renting rooms to college students and/or young working professionals in the early parts of their career.

I’m here to learn, connect, and add value where I can. If you’re investing in student rentals, I’d love to follow your posts and learn from your experience. Looking forward to being a contributing member of the BP community.

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  • Kerlous TadresBusiness Member
    Realtor · Columbus, OH · Member since 2023 · 1k+ posts · 1k+ votes
    7mo
    Welcome, Jen! Student rentals can work well if you buy near colleges and screen tenants carefully. Happy to share what’s worked for me if that helps.
    [email protected]614-490-1163
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  • Alfath AhmedBusiness Member
    Real Estate Agent · Columbus, OH · Member since 2022 · 1k+ posts · 1k+ votes
    7mo
    Quote from @Jen Duguies:

    Hi Everyone! I'm Jen and I'm just getting started in real estate investing. I've read books, listened to podcasts and have been reading through the BP forums. I'd like to buy SFH with the intention of renting rooms to college students and/or young working professionals in the early parts of their career.

    I’m here to learn, connect, and add value where I can. If you’re investing in student rentals, I’d love to follow your posts and learn from your experience. Looking forward to being a contributing member of the BP community.


     Good work on getting started Jen! You need to buy in an out of state market. Your money will go much further. Choose a good cash flowing market in the Midwest where you can put down 15% down and buy a cash flowing property.

    Tons of tech companies are investing there like intel, google, amazon. Good market for cashflow and strong appreciation.

    [email protected]614-802-5698
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  • Garret Rumbea
    Inland Empire, CA · Member since 2017 · 151 posts · 79 votes
    7mo

    Hey@Jen Duguies good to meet you. I'm based in SoCal as well. My partners and I invest in larger multifamily out of state. Happy to connect if you'd like

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  • Jen DuguiesPro Member
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    Member since 2026 · 4 posts · 5 votes
    7mo

    Thanks Kerlous. I'll definitely reach out! 

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  • Jen DuguiesPro Member
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    Member since 2026 · 4 posts · 5 votes
    7mo

    @Garret Rumbea Hi! It's nice to connect with another SoCal investor - I'll definitely reach out. 

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  • Bo SmithPro Member
    Hinton, WV · Member since 2026 · 1k+ posts · 373 votes
    7mo

    Hey Jen! Student rentals can be solid cash flow if you nail the management side. One thing that saved me tons of headaches: screen roommates as a group, not individually. When they all sign together and know each other, way less drama and turnover. Plus set clear house rules upfront about guests, noise, cleaning rotation. Are you looking at properties near specific colleges or casting a wider net?

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