I'm Tamara, a local agent and investor in the NC area! 

Investors buying land to HOLD for either speculation or future development can just wait until the wholesaler’s contract with the seller expires and eliminate the wholesaler “markup”.  

To be clear my goal isn't to have a bunch of cash flow Y1 but just looking to break even.2) How could I go about finding markets where MHP are more beginning investor friendly?

BiggerPockets is full of resources designed to help you along your journey, whether you are just getting started or a seasoned investor.

I'm a senior investor, and never, in no way will I acquire something I have never seen.

But unless you're already connected with these investors, there's likely going to be a mismatch.

local REIA groups are filled with investors looking to buy properties.

I am a co-owner of GSP REI and the Vice President of Investor Relations.

You can also do value add STR & Multi-Family Rentals by starting with distressed properties and using a bridge loan to acquire them with a lower down payment compared to a DSCR loan.Networking – Connect with local investors, wholesalers, and realtors in your target markets.

The numbers look like what most investors dream about day 1, so they buy into that dream.