from my advice rural properties and developments aren't successful and you are climbing an uphill battle. sounds a little niche. we focus on developing and not reinventing the wheel. if this is truly what you want to focus all your time and energy on then visit the closest 5-10 of these that look like the ones you are interested and ask if they'd expand or build a secondary one. do a lot of research before you just take action 

Get out of your comfort zone.

Additionally, the preREO strategy of having a receiver appointed to repair and rent properties during the foreclosure process is best suited for local investors, not out-of-state investors (or hedge funds, for that matter).

Instead of discussing the possibility of owner finance with sellers - what if I offered the opportunity to  JV where they are the equity partner?   

It was kind of a bad spot in my life at the time.

I would clear that out if you sell, keep a little to "stage" it.

@Hudson Filippi What part of Northern MN do you live in now?

@Kathy Grossart,A couple of things don't fit here:1.

I am an out of state investor and I am being told the property manager can no longer serve the eviction notice.

Bigger Pockets is a great place for education and networking and is full of great content.I recommend that you check out the following resources:1.