I would imagine getting the cash out is about the easiest part, having the check in hand is the exciting part, and buying a house is the nerve-wracking part. i watch videos at work and talk to my clients all the time about real estate.

I am new and I am checking in to see who is local to Albuquerque or in New Mexico and wants to meet up for coffee to talk about investing and goals! 

Sometimes emails go to spam and simply some people just don't check their email religiously like the rest of us.

If you're looking at the Midwest markets, you may also want to check Columbus OH.

You don't jump out of the plane without checking your parachute.

What you want is an agent with experience who knows how to negotiate, watch your back, navigate difficult situations, understand contracts and law, provides an objective cross-check, etc.

Florida is a unique state for MHP law and the insurance has gotten very expensive there too.I recommend checking out @Frank Rolfe's mobile home university content if you haven't already.

You can also check their reviews online at Google, Facebook, or Yelp.

Check out the events and meetups section for meet ups in your area, they are a great way to connect with local investors. 

Windows would be my next check-point (less than R1) and then wall insulation: I would not be surprised if they have no insulation inside, but you can do blow-in, which only requires a small hole.A home looses heat in two ways: heat conduction (which you can slow down with insulation) and drafts, which in old houses is usually the biggest culprit.