Sometimes it can be cheaper to build than it is to buy existing however in most areas of the country right now it will take you minimum three years to develop a project and ground up get it to stabilization so you need to consider the time factor.

Maybe you really want to go into public service, or help developing countries, or focus on parenthood or building a new business. 

You can check anyone on MN Court Records for free to see if they have judgements or evictions.

It has been good to me & my family.Please note that this country (including Kansas & Missouri) is STILL the Land of Opportunity for most things (including Self Storage too). 

What region of the country is it in?

If you are looking to buy a turn-key MHP, I would recommend researching and determining the area of the country you would like to invest in and then locating a MHP Broker in that area that can assist you in locating a park that will fit your criteria. 

Born and raised in pdx,, out in the country of Oregon City.

If most investors are using Hard Money lenders then yes it makes more sense to refi out since those loan are usually for 1 year only and at rates of 8% to 15% around the country.

My memory is that a court was not involved. 

I'll feed the baby bird one more time before you leave the nest.Learn the outbid process - Go the the county agency (probably the clerk of court) and kindly ask one of the employees to explain it to you.