Don't talk yourself into a place because of personal use.Buying a $475k condo that brings in 35k in gross rental income will lose a lot of money.

I am betting your gonna find a lot more friendly amicable persons than shut doors. 

Things I personally try to build before breaking into a new market.1.

She is a real estate agent but rents so no property to place a lien on.Need to know a couple of more details first: Is/was the mobile personal property or real property?

More like one person on the HOA is opposed.  

Since your property has high resale potential, some lenders may be willing to work with you.Cash-Out Refinance – If you’re open to refinancing, you could take out a new mortgage for a portion of the home’s value (say, 60-70% of the $500K), and use the cash difference for renovations.Personal Loan – If you have good credit, you might qualify for a personal loan for part of the rehab costs, though interest rates are typically higher than secured loans.Partner with an Investor – Given the potential profit, you may be able to find a real estate investor or contractor willing to finance the rehab in exchange for a share of the profits upon sale.Your best option depends on your financial standing, timeline, and risk tolerance.

Real estate investment is my future.This amazing voyage begins with setting personal goals and vision.

I personally would avoid over investing in this unit.

I personally like index fund investing in funds like VOO.  

I would not borrow from ANY lender I learned of over the internet unless I knwe personally people who had used them.