If you're ok with younger less established people, households with less stuff, a smaller home, etc it may be fine.I would definitely not give a discount for a multi-year lease.

I also already expanded my driveway which will allow 7 cars to be parked now in the driveway. the bigger focus for me is just to keep refining the operations for the tenants and making the environment closer to what you have established with your properties.  

Of course, there is an issue of where do you live for that period of time to establish that you 1031'ed into another investment property...I agree with @Michael Plaks, I don't know how you figured that savings...As for "...harder to sell to potential buyers," the 1031 transaction is mostly transparent to them. 

This is extremely helpful.If I choose to establish an LLC, would it matter which state it is from? 

I think it takes a while for your credit score to establish.

Establishing a relationship with a lender/broker you can trust is the key. 

So no right or wrong just different options and that takes work so if you want professional help I'd recommend you contact advisors on the forum or go to the BUILD YOUR TEAM tab and do a search for professional financial advice.   

It also helps establish the mindset that the rentals are a business.

If you plan to do deals in existing mobile home parks, it's best to focus on learning how to establish relationships and build rapport with park managers and/or owners.

This establishes credibility and attracts like-minded people who are drawn to successful ventures.Dear friends, each deal you close is a shining badge of influence.