If you're considering mobile homes, the first step is checking zoning laws and utility access since some areas have restrictions.For resources, Mobile Home University is a well-known starting point, and local mobile home dealers can offer insights on placement and financing.If mobile homes are allowed, you could either rent them yourself for higher returns but more management or rent out the lots for steady cash flow with less work.

Online platforms like Zillow, PropStream, and Auction.com are worth exploring, and don’t forget to check out local real estate groups for deals and partnerships.Since you’re in Racine, the Rental Property Association of Wisconsin and Milwaukee REIA are great resources for networking, finding contractors, and learning about funding opportunities.

Be sure to utilize tools of the trade for the best information.

Utilizing empty lot space in this way helps to combat the increasing housing prices and limited supply many markets have been experiencing.

. $1300/month, tenant pays all utilities. 4 bedroom one is vacant.

Additionally, do you all generally use a smaller income criteria if the rent is inclusive of utilities? 

@Gene PanicciaManagement fees vary, but it's not uncommon for a PM to charge fees for managing tenant-paid utilities or coordinating repairs.

It's a primarily a utility asset, and secondarily a store of value against currency. 

Call a different number you found online associated with the same company, etc. 

If I am self managing my portfolio, what do I need to check/confirm, and what easily available tools are at my disposal (online, other) to help me do this?