If you are going to self-manage, you need a great TEAM.

High end vs mid range?

Because of special circumstances I have one property I self manage.

@JD Martin agree 10,000%What I am surprised about is I had a call with someone in Austin today and in sw Florida and they both said things are awful and prices are dropping at high rates - curious don't hear as much chatter here about that as it could be an opportunity 

Their fees and interest rates were high, but they had the least restrictive approval terms from what I gathered.

High probability you won't have cell phone reception if you're close to HH Park.3) Our money could buy something nicer in the Red River Gorge.

The best thing you can do to reduce evictions is keep your price point high.

I'm not bullish where I live, Portland, OR (high prop taxes, tougher landlord laws, affordability, etc.). 

However, if the FHA interest rate is lower, I would still go that route and if rates drop refinance  however keep in mind FHA has PMI for life  Here you go FHA has the self sustaining requirement that requires the three non owner occupied  units to cover the entire PITI which with 3.5% or 5% down is virtually impossible with today's interest rates and price level.

As for brand...highly recommend the Hydropool Serenity Collection!