. - We always recommend buying your first rental locally if possible and DIY managing to learn as much as possible before investing OOS.2) Lots of crooks and incompetents in the PMC world:( They both cost you money.- As already stated, you'll have a small portfolio.

Whether it's through sustainable practices, adaptive reuse, or innovative space planning, the possibilities are endless. 

Also, the short answer to your question IMHO is as early you possibly can haha

My though process in undercutting the bank by 1 % was to possibly attract qualified buyers.

This deal came along and I have an opportunity to cash flow $3k a month When converted to a fourplex and it has a non attached garage that I could turn into an ADU which would add to the cash flow.im just hoping to get out of the hard money loan and lower my payments and rate if possible so my rents can cover mortgage.I have an air bnb rental that I have a very nice chunk of equity in but won’t be able to sell it til spring.

.🔹 Maximizing Value – A distressed property isn’t just about fixing what’s broken; it’s about repositioning it for the best possible return.

It's very important to establish trust as much as possible.   

Possibly using mortgage/home equity loan on one unit we own to buy an extra one.3.

Any answers or tips would be greatly appreciated.1) Is it at all possible to obtain 15+ year financing on MHP?

Quote from @Blair Ross Jr: Is it possible to purchase SFR or duplex rental with less then 15% out of pocket?