You can simply join as a regular  member.

What one investor will say can't be done, another will do on a regular basis.And just like other factors, property taxes vary in LA from one municipality to the next.CSM (RET) Robert Leonard

Does anyone have a ball park guesstimate of what it would cost to have the current MH demolished and removed from the lot?

Most don't, even if they allow regular rentals.

Keep some reserves, in case it takes longer for you to rent out the other unit.Please remove most emotions when you want to be a landlord.

A good management company, if working with a good board, will keep everyone informed on a regular basis, regardless of whether you live in the community or not and regardless of whether it's law or not.  

My question is this; should we go for a conventional loan for a 2-4 unit and try for a regular pre-approval or go to the commercial side for a 5+ unit and if we choose to do the latter should we run numbers on a few properties before looking for a loan?

So even if the mold has been completely removed and the home has been tested to show that it no long has mold, you would have to disclose this to the buyer?

For example:- Architect/drawing fees- Engineering fees- Site clearing- Demolition/removal- Permits- Site preparation- UtilitiesSo, you'll have to get familiar with those facets of building as well, and you'll have to get a reasonable idea of what those things will cost you.2.

And yes, if she doesn't pay or is damaging the property then I agree that you should remove her as a tenant.