park owned homes are not a good thing.. they are tough to maintain the parts are not available like regular houses you may want to rethink this.. banks generally will NOT lend on the homes and don't like parks were the owner owns all the homes because of on going repairs.. also you should put this In Market place if your trolling for investors.

What if I earned the $15k through an investment in a syndication vs self managed property?

They have a service that will syndicate your listing to zillow, trulia, etc.

I am new to Bigger Pockets.  My name is Marie and I own a Bookkeeping firm. I am interested in learning the Real Estate market and all about investing.  I am an exam away from my Real Estate License.    I look forward...

@Jess White Have you considered co-investing with a syndication group that specializes in large multi-family projects, so you can learn the ropes, ask questions and network that way?

Would they even lend me anything?

They fix my HVAC equipment unless it is completely shot which is rare.You need people you can trust and not mess around with having to get multiple quotes.They can get to my repairs in 24 hours so I haven't needed to put someone up in a hotel.I do have some fans that I lend out if needed.You could also buy a window or portable unit to loan out if needed.My lease says AC in a non emergent repair.

@Nick Colvill  I am a lender :)  That being said - this is specifically referring to residential conventional lending 4 units or less.  

I've done this numerous times in the past for conventional lending. 

I plan to use hard money and private lending to fund a flip.