However, I think the principle (no pun) of paying off debt really helps to set a foundation and a mindset for your investing career.

Welcome to BP @Maddan Pun.

For a bit of context, our rental is in a large college town and is very athletics centric, so right off the bat (pun intended) I like having a sports heavy theme.

There is still a predominance of strong upwardly mobile (pun intended) areas with lots of potential.

You forgot to mention that the responses would almost certainly make the original poster feel like he's heading straight to jail for missing this or that, because of that one case in so-and-so state :)On a more serious note, pun not intended, please be sure to double check with the attorney.

Bad tanks and broken drain lines in your field can turn into a really crappy problem (yes, pun intended). 

You already have some tools in your toolbox....no pun intended.Now, you simply have to work on the other elements to progress your REI pursuit.Ok, now that you have taken your initial step, below are some quick links to get engaged. http://www.biggerpockets.com/startherehttp://www.biggerpockets.com/meethttps://www.biggerpockets.com/alertsHow to Use @Mentions on BiggerPocketshttps://www.biggerpockets.com/ruleshttps://www.biggerpockets.com/termshttps://www.biggerpockets.com/inviteshttps://www.biggerpockets.com/perkshttps://www.biggerpockets.com/forums/categoriesREI books suggested by BPershttp://www.biggerpockets.com/renewsblog/2013/04/14/best-real-estate-books/?

If I had to take a stab at it (pardon the pun), I'd say maybe $150/night, and plan on ~50% occupancy, so maybe ~$2,000/month.

I would love to know what areas you focus on 25k all in with solid rent is a steal ( no pun intended)

If the MH park is clearly in the path of progress and there appears to be upward mobility (pun intended) then it might be worth exploring further.