You definitely want a "like-minded" individual but you don't want that person to do the same tasks as you or its all just a big waste of time.

Next, I would send a letter, or go talk to the tenant in person, and let them know that it has come to your attention that they have been smoking "in" the apartment and that per their lease that is not allowed.

Can I air bnb it in the first year while I am gone, that would be renting so I feel like maybe not?

In the pre-foreclosure phase the ONLY person you can talk to is the owner of the property.

Is an IRS agent going to personally come in to inspect the countertops?

I usually only recommend those communities if the owner gets a lot of personal use at the property and wants to have the rest pretty much pay for itself, but not as a cash flow investment.Best of luck!

Economists:It is said that there are 4 phases of a real estate cycle: (1) RECESSION (supply greatly exceeds demand and high vacancy rate); (2) RECOVERY (rental growth remains stagnant with little signs of new construction but the economy feels like it is headed in right direction); (3) EXPANSION (job growth is strong and increased demand for housing. 

Do an investment mortgage or a second home mortgage and keep it in your personal name.

If you have specific questions about the company or modular building in general, definitely feel free to message me. 

Obviously I am a newbie in the game and I do have that newbie skepticism and always feel like I am being ripped off ( has happened many times before).