Knowing what i know today, I always encourage new investors to do their first investments with professional guidance if you can find it -not so much the guru courses, but a personal approach from a genuinely experienced investor in the market you are entering.

A master lease to the organization structured with an annual escalation clause and a term limit - like up to 5 years - was a recommended way to get a contract. 

I'm moving slow with it to avoid getting someone in there I'll just have to get out if it doesn't work...thanks! 

I'm happy to answer any questions you may have or connect you with local resources. 

Manufactured might get tricky on financing so I'd chat with a lender.

I am there vetting GC's, researching investment properties, and meeting with agents. 

With a PM in place, this situation should have been managed more effectively.

As with any insurance you need to weigh the cost of doing the repair yourself vs the cost of the premium payments.

I just sent you a DM with two recommendations. 

.- Most cities do NOT care if an owner lives in basement, but will not allow a tenant to unless baement has legal egress window.3) Check local statutes if any limitations on how many unrelated roommates are allowed.4) Check with local building dept to see if rental inspections and corresponding requirements.5) Local statutes allow locks on bedroom doors?