Use a buyer's agent that knows the market, contracts, negotiations, etc.If you really want to learn about investing, get a job in property management. 

Initially, our plan was to fix the drywall leaks, clean out the property, and relist it for a small profit.

New agents and investors often face obstacles that are only revealed through experience. 

Assuming this is a clean file, with no exceptions required, most Underwriters take anywhere from 48-72 hours to review a loan and get CTC, or provide further conditions. 

I have a vision of building and developing mobile home communities in upstate NY that are vertically integrated to allow future members to choose from a catalog of homes, have them installed, provide them with financing options, and make the process of selecting, buying, and living in the community very smooth.Since this is my first time doing this, I would love to chat with an experienced mobile home developer on the following items:Zoning - navigating the zoning process to allow the community to be allowedStart up costs - I am a finance person who would love to better understand start up costs - septic / electrical / water / pads / roads / etcOn Going Maint Costs - in building our business case, I want to build a conservative financial model to capture all re-occurring expenses - utilities, landscaping, capex, septic clean out, etc.I know this is a lot, but would greatly appreciate talking to someone who is an expert in this asset class!

Initially, our plan was to fix the drywall leaks, clean out the property, and relist it for a small profit.

Generally speaking if the people are clean the pets are also.

If you want to be completely anonymous, you can use a Registered Agent.

In order to find, agents and lenders.

See my video on this for more info.Did you work with any real estate professionals (agents, lenders, etc.) that you'd recommend to others?