@Cenddie Alaban there is a lot to your post so I will try to tackle it in pieces.For the most popular loan types (FHA/Conventional/VA/USDA) these loans are actually regulated by the federal government.  

My military training has taught me to come up with a plan, even if not perfect, and execute it with 100% intensity and be flexible enough to adjust direction and tackle problems in the moment.  

I'm always open to any kind of partnerships or JVs that benefit both parties so feel free to reach out if you ever have an eye on a deal and need help tackling it. 

I would really enjoy tackling a fix and flip property.

Again leveraging your PM skills and passion, you can partner with others to tackle multiple deals and be an active investor to support your living expenses today. 

Let me share a few thoughts:1) Find a MHP that more or less fits your criteria and tackle it as if you are going to buy it, even if you know this is not the park for you.  

We also plan on partnering with a friend to help with initial investment, cosmetic rehab (we plan to do the work ourselves and are not looking to knock down walls or anything major), splitting property management responsibilities, etc.I am hoping the community can help me out with some questions that I am still trying to tackle.1)  I am struggling with the financing aspect of acquiring a loan with a partnership.  

I'm not sure how to tackle this.Short story is - I want to try my hand at owning vacation properties that are oversea for me - I do not know where to start.Basically I am asking for information resources. 

But we kept trodding along tackling each problem as it came.

So I think there is a good opportunity of you are willing to deal with some cosmetic upgrades like painting and flooring and later tackle kitchen upgrades.