In addition, if you plan to invest in this area more having a relationship with an agent can only help you.

You've certainly got the right idea on connecting and making relationships, that will definitely get you farther quicker!

We have a great relationship and partnership with a local property manager and a local non-profit group.

Or they have a relationship with a QI that they have worked with in the past. 

You would need to have a VERY trusting relationship here.  

You need the localized knowledge a PM brings regarding neighborhoods, rent rates, relationships with contractors/their own staff, etc.

Once you build a relationship with a broker they are more likely to send you "off-market" deals which tend to produce the best returns because they are less competitive.

From there, then it's all a matter of networking and establishing relationships with those who live and work in the mobile home space that can help you get to your goals as a real estate investor.

If I’m working with a partner, form the relationship and when the right deal crosses me, see if they want to get involved!

What do you like to find out from syndicators as you wait for the right deal? What information do you like to receive in emails and communications? Is there any info that is must know, or are there any bits of informa...