., so do you mean living in one state while a local PM manages a STR for you in the other state?

I am local to the Memphis market here and like others have mentioned communication is key.

I am on the board of CFRI, the local chapter for National REIA.

Maintenance can also be a factor—while newer homes may require minimal upkeep, older units might need more frequent repairs, particularly for things like plumbing or HVAC systems.Some things to pay close attention to:Zoning and Permits: Check local zoning laws and permit requirements to ensure you’re allowed to place a mobile home on your land and rent it out.

One was conventional financing and the other was a portfolio loan from a local bank here in Hawaii, I also did a lot of research into DSCR loans during my search.I'm also an agent here on Oahu but focus mainly on Property Management, at the brokerage we manage roughly 50 units that are a mix of STR, MTR, and LTR's. 

I’m a local real estate broker with Keller Williams, and I love helping investors find great opportunities in the area.

I live in Albuquerque and would just like to reach out to local real estate investors simply to start a dialogue. 

Your time is best spent producing the revenue that allows you to invest in the first place.That includes using local agents you meet and feel are a good fit for you, property managers, possibly buying completed properties like the one you posted here, and outsourcing as much of the process as you can as you get started. 

If you want real cheap go to the local food bank.  

Looking for potential analysis pitfalls, offer strategies, analysis metrics, discussion of local market conditions, and general networking/camaraderie.