You should start with a focus on a 2 unit multifamily property in a market that you can afford to get into. 

Applying that to RE investing, most would agree your first FHA loan should be a multi-unit house hack.

Is this a SFR or 2-4 unit?

Repaired deck, new air condenser unit, repainted interior and exterior.

- Usually a 5 unit with a boiler means that all the units share the boiler heating system.Which specific utilities in which units are paid by tenants vs shared?

House hacking can work with an FHA loan, as rental income from other units might help you qualify, but be sure to consult with a lender or mortgage broker to explore flexible options based on your unique situation.Good luck!

Moving inland, Dover presents a more affordable option with rising demand for multifamily units and a steady rental market, though its short-term rental potential is less robust than coastal towns.

Investment Info:Small multi-family (2-4 units) buy & hold investment.

Unless the land is super valuable, probably not collateral for the mobile homes. 

In Ohio you can find a lot of single family in the $100-200k range or 2-4 units in the $150-400k range that do pretty well cash flow.