Have a small investment: about $75k, available to leverage--- not sure where to start but most likely need to go into partnership with someone somehow-for many reasons. 

Happy to talk through this in more detail and good luck with the out of state investing!

The best protection for you and your investments?

I didn't know you can use USDA properties as investments.

First, it’s important to know that manufactured homes are seen as a slightly riskier investment and consequently have a slightly higher interest rate.

I also live in Tomball and have a similar need for a CPA with heavy RE / investment income experience.Matthew

Then you can read a more in-depth book like The Book On Rental Property Investing by Brandon Turner or The Unofficial Guide to Real Estate Investing by Spencer Strauss.2.

Investment Info:Single-family residence buy & hold investment.

@Chris LauerRecommend exploring as many sources as possible to get referrals AND cross-reference them to get as much accurate information as possible.Check out NARPM.com, BP’s Property Manager Finder (BiggerPockets: The Real Estate Investing Social Network), etc.Also, encourage you to learn from the mistakes of others - by reading posts here on BiggerPockets about owners not having their expectations met by their current Property Management Company.

Investing in the right upgrades can lead to a strong return.