Small shop brokers that have access to multiple programs so that they aren't beholden to one or just a few loan programs will typically get the most competitive product for the borrower. 

Don't split the work between multiple contractors if possible, finding one to do all or most of the work will keep prices down.Challenges were finding replacement pieces for certain items as manufactured homes were very different than stick built as well as going through state guidelines for affixing the house to the land

So, while I completely understand your perspective, I’m looking for a way to balance taking calculated risks with creating a stable path forward.

I would target a 2.5x equity multiple and 8% cash on cash return, but I would focus mainly on the operators and try to figure out if I believe in the team and vision, and really try to understand if I trust them or not.

You have he ability to connect multiple accounts if you would like to setup different properties like this.

The buyers did a long inspection, multiple days... made a huge request for concessions based on what we knew to be purely made-up issues.

Based on your response Katee you clearly have not read through my comments in any detail or tried to understand my perspective or concerns.

Over the past decade, I’ve built and managed purpose-driven homes in CA that serve communities while generating stable, long-term cash flow.In addition to running care homes, I also consult with aspiring care home owners across multiple states, including Texas, Arizona, and Michigan (Detroit area).

It keeps me accountable and helps me to refine and define my plans while gaining different perspectives.

We have only 2 criteria for the order we process applications: 1) nearest move in to the date unit is available to be rented 2) order that the completed applications are received.If we had a unit for rent that would be rent ready Jan 15 and have multiple applications, the application processed first is the one who can move in the fewest days after Jan 15.