The building code may also want you to use some special caulk/sealer between the door frame and the wall, before you put the trim on; this caulk swells up when hot to block smoke and gases. 

I specialize in multifamily properties, such as apartments and mobile home parks, but also do a lot of single family properties as well.  

@Tim Wilkinson Have you thought about looking for a realtor and/or contractor that specializes in historic homes?

Hello all I'm a property wholesaler in SC. that specializes in SFH.

Maybe someone else can comment on their experience in an area with a large military presence. 

Man, I have always had this thought that I wish there was a way to partner up with military guys to purchase homes VA. 

What I am saying about being too price conscious is that I see exclusionary language added to a policy, or lower coverage forms (basic vs special), or lower coverage levels, added onto clients that use price as their #1 differentiation in insurers. 

They have a specialized group for MH investors and would probably be your best bet to see if any meetings coincide with your trip. 

Any other military landlords want to chime in on if I'm missing anything or opinions?

@John Padeken  there are brokers who specialize in ranch's and timber land in this area google some of those. although I am a broker I only buy for my own portfolio these days.Questions to ask a potential broker to know if they are good or not .