So when I see an advertisement like this I feel like it would be a waste of my time and money, but perhaps interesting for others. 

So don't feel bad, happens to us and not really for our fault :)

You'll get a feel for the age of the neighborhoods, the vitality of the commercial buildings, the ease of location, the closeness to jobs.The markets you're describing are more linear, and usually have lower capital appreciation.

Feel free to link up .

I honestly give 5 stars when I shouldn't because I feel bad, but I give them feedback the whole time on what is broken and if they are responsive I feel like it's ok and then I still include what to look for in my review to help others.

I personally concur .. they charge 6k to join the club they bring in folks who have no experience and set them lose.. with so called training..

Make sure the previous property management company did their job and communicated a change in management prior to you taking over--along with your contact information.If they have no done this, they should so the tenant doesn't feel like a scam may be going on.Just make sure they're away of where rent payments need to go and who they can contact in the future. 

@Kedric Naylor, feel free to say no.

Financing seems to be tricky with IRA hence feel that its best to buy with self funding fully.

I don't get a great taste or feeling about the MHP sponsors mentioned based on this.