Hi Ann, I don't know what is going on at your company, all I know is I am having a difficult time reaching anyone in your office.

As an investor, you have the additional expense of flood insurance on top of regular operating expenses.I wouldn't buy a screaming deal in a flood plain or flood prone area - it's not worth the headaches, worry, and exit strategy is much more difficult.

Mobiles are historically difficult and IMO, high expense. 

You are in a great situation being ambitious, young, single, no kids, and flexible ... yes, starting out is very difficult as it can take years before you start to see the fruits of your hard work, especially before you lock down your first investments; just have to keep at it and have faith that your hard work will pay off in the long haul, so long as you keep at it.You mentioned sales ...

Clean floors tile or laminate is always best but if you have carpet make sure there are no stains and smells fresh.Landscaping and curb appeal raise rent to include servicesIt is difficult to rent a dated or unkept property when your competition is a much better choice.When I take on a new property to manage I front the cost for the owner taking it out of the first months rent so the owner is not out upfront money, as well the owner knows I will make it a priority to rent it quick as now I have cost to recoup.

You will find it difficult to obtain financing and won't get into a primary residence with little money down if you go the route of an LLC. 

Investing out of state can be difficult, however if you can utilize all of your current knowledge and now just partner with a talented, sophisticated, strong track record Turnkey provider, this will be a breeze and in-fact may turn into a new lifestyle for you. 

In that scenario, it would be difficult for the buyer to walk away with any cash, unless you offer him some of the profit from the eventual sale/flip.Keep us updated on progress!  

Since you have experience, it shouldn't be too difficult for you to get one of them to finance a good deal for you. 

Financed SFRs are notoriously difficult to cash flow right off the bat in many markets.