I have already learned some helpful tips that I plan to put to use. 

Considering I have free food and shelter, should I just focus on studying real estate and making money to invest or should I attend college (approx. 4k a semester)? 

Any tips on how best to broach this would be greatly appreciated.Thanks!

I'd guess 6-7 (my wife and I combined) hours per week on site maybe another hour or two on the phone per week.My tip is meet the neighbors and give them your number and ask them to call if anything is wrong.

I appreciate any feedback or tips you may have for a young student such as myself.

Biggest individual expense being food as I have a special diet due to my Chron's and Celiac.Everything left over goes towards paying down debt.

Scott's book on estimating rehab costs.These are just tips so you can make the best analysis of the deal and a solid presentation to potential partners. 

I felt that the course was very poorly organized.

SJREI is an organized club, but they're expensive to attend.

Any advice and tips will help