C. and @Trevor Laramee I went through a local insurance company and was happy with the rate.

I like not worrying about being sued even when the local 2-bit lawyer tells me he is going to sue me (which he has done multiple times). 

The rules and payment standards vary significantly from one area to another, so familiarizing yourself with the local housing authority's procedures is key.

Plus, multifamily properties often qualify for owner-occupied financing options with lower interest rates and down payments.As for timing, here are a few things to consider:Market Conditions: Keep an eye on local market trends.

In the near and immediate term, expect dramatic changes to the local Southern California RE market.

Park managers and mobile home dealerships in the local area can also provide you with this kind of information.

Stay hyperlocal and get a good team in place locally so you can recognize good people when you find them. 

Focus on tenant screening, building a local team, and learning as much as you can, starting early sets you up for long-term success!

I would vet contractors by finding local real estate agents that also work with investors, and/or a rehab investor in your area that does a lot of deals.

Two of the casitas and the prototype are available to deploy in the local Las Vegas area right now and we are looking for a home for them.