If there are more options for good investment properties closer to your work, buy them there, and the best scenario is to look along your home - work path.Regarding rental prices, I would advice you to call some Management Companies, Rental Agencies or Real Estate offices.

Keep us posted as you continue to explore this option. 

And that it was not optional. 

I have this fear of letting go of a property.The 2nd option is to refinance the same property for the needed cash as I have enough equity.

Modulars are built with 2x4's (Cavco offers the option to upgrade to 2x6's and IMO is the best modular home maker). just like a house and can be placed on a pad.

This sounds like it would be easiest option to access your cash for business purposes.

Another option would be to use it to pay off my mortgage, which is a guaranteed return every year (currently at 5.25%), and some peace of mind.

A good lender will tell your your best options based upon your deal design. 

Account Closed The DSCR loan for properties that are stabilized and rent-ready and bridge loan for properties that need TLC or renovation seem like pretty stellar options for you!

Offering 95% to a money partner could be an option to close your first deal, especially if it helps you secure the necessary funds.