The brother was fed up and needed to sell, but there was a significant issue.

Perhaps that was an issue with earlier models. 

Better than underground homes which have issues with moisture etc.

I tried looking to flip in Florida but everything is much more expensive here compared to anything else out of state and I know its riskier to flip out of state as well.Before buying I need toSee if I am buying in a good area/decent market (looking in the midwest specifically).Look at comps.See if the house is flippable or a money pit.Inspect homeTermite inspectionFoundation issues (I am only buying a house connected to the ground not with a crawl space)Structural issues.Roof issuesBad ceiling (uneven ceiling, popcorn ceiling)Window problemsElectrical issuesPlumbing issuesAC issuesMoldLeaksMight sound weird but too many crack on side walk or driveway.Actually have a contractor go through and see if it is flipable or not.

If you have an issue with that, or are long distance, hiring a property manager is a must.

While I think I might have paid slightly above the average price, I’m happy with the installation and impressed with how quickly the installers resolved the issue.

Waiting until the 1-year period ends avoids potential loan issues and simplifies things.

And also that rates are just going to continue to be an issue, so it's likely something to plan for in rent rates and/or overall investment costs. 

@Aaron Raffaelli, I’m sorry to hear that you are having issues qualifying.

And the owner is very responsive to questions or issues (emailed him at night and received a reply within a few hours).