As an out of town owner, I would do it again.I saw something some time ago, probably on BP, about writing into the contract that if the reason for calling the repairman was tenant caused, they would be billed.

I then used the reverse directory to get the name and address for that number, the address was on the other side of town from the subdivision listed in the ad, so I looked at the tax records to get other addresses for that name and found one in that sub.

I never had problems with zoning or other issues, but then mobile homes are pretty much ignored by all.College towns are the obvious place to do this.

We are offering $150,000. with $20,000. down and owner carrying $130,000 @8% for 15 years with a balloon in 3 years.The improvements sit on 5 acres 2 blocks off a major state hwy and the town is the next stop in booming growth.

It was a Fannie Mae repo (in my town).

There are lots af these in town, several listed from $65k to $69k, but not many selling.

Another example: In the town I live in, a newer colonial (under 10 yrs old) with 2200-2500 sqft generally sell in the mid 500's.

You must be willing to explore the unknown, you must be willing to face rejection, doors being slammed, what the customer may say to you and when you become a person of action the magic of a doer takes over and success will be knocking at your door.Success is often the result of tiny little actions.

I read in the classified section of the paper that they were coming to town (from Florida to Cincinnati) to unload the properties.

You're taking the right step by stepping out and exploring your options.