This may be repeating what they told you, but perhaps not:Has the manager checked to see if the door is unlocked and keys may have been left in the mailbox or inside the property, visible through a window?

I have specific knowledge on modular in east Texas, and in that market, your vertical construction costs per sq ft can be about the same as site-built depending on FF&E. 

If the condo association wasn't maintaining the common areas (AC units, windows, pavement, roof), it was a sign the board might be bad.My current condo board is pretty good, but slow to respond.

I am fairly handy, and I can install cabinets, countertops, toilets, replace windows and doors, etc.

One question though, if I do not permit myself to have a key, how am I supposed to lock them out or be able to get in without breaking a window/garage door/heavy man door?? 

My experience with HUD homes is that the bidding is pretty competitive once the owner-occupant window is up.  

Many gurus teach to have a separate lease agreement and option agreement  and call the down payment " option consideration", but I can tell you from experience that if the tenant buyer wants to fight you in court, the perceived benefits of structuring it this way are out the window.

(those two white areas are reflections from window)  The floor is still in perfect shape, and has been in for 10 years.

Here in this article, we are going to guide you with some of the tips that will help you to make your home look bright without blowing too much of electricity.Loose The ShadesIf you have too thick shades at the windows and doors, then take them off.

Look below this Window, and you will see a list of names of people that have posted in this thread.