As a real estate attorney, I can suggest a number of great brokers for you.

Hello - Does anyone have any good references or suggestions for a mobile home / trailer moving or transport company in the Morgantown, WV - Pittsburgh, PA - Stuebenville, OH general area?

Mortgage would likely be ~$1,150.Is there a step or path you would suggest that could align our investment goals with our living situation?

I just simply suggest to help in any way you can and put a realistic price on your service     

I suggest putting out some feeler Ads first.

I am planning a road trip to preview rental markets in the following areas:Montgomery AlabamaBirmingham, AlabamaDayton, OhioColumbus, OhioAkron, OhioCleveland, OhioToledo, OhioSouth Bend, IndianaI would greatly appreciate any suggestions and input from seasoned investors in these areas!  

That's not to suggest you can't shop around for better rates and terms from different lenders and loan products.

If I may suggest the easiest and safest approach would be to buy a duplex and live in one half while you are collecting rent on the other.

My biggest suggestion is go for larger homes.

I would suggest only building homes that could also be converted into rental properties.