You may not notice much of a difference between the 2 properties. 2 vs 5 acres is not a significant difference from a purely land area standpoint but a larger property should have more privacy and potential uses.

A lot of lenders won't lend on manufactured homes, so potentially their 'protection' and a step in that process is the fee?

There are a lot of scenarios that could potentially come out of this.

Your network is the most important piece for any potential returns when you invest out of state.

I am reaching out with a question regarding FHA loans for house hacking and would appreciate your valuable insights on potential lenders.Allow me to provide a more detailed overview of my situation.

Keep an eye on the market trends and potential neighborhoods for investment.

From there, I''d suggest working backwards and game plan your long term strategy and doing your research on areas, the rents in those areas, your potential exit strategy, etc. 

That means you might have to act quickly and pay more if you find a house you love.On the other hand, a buyer's market, like a cool autumn day, means there are more houses available, giving you more time to decide and potentially negotiate a better deal.Market conditions, like the weather, can change too.

That's the essence of the Growth Path in real estate.When you follow the Growth Path, you invest in properties that have the potential for significant appreciation in value.These properties might be located in up-and-coming neighborhoods where demand is on the rise.As more people move to the area, property values increase, and so does the worth of your investment.However, it's important to understand that the Growth Path often comes with trade-offs.

1) Potentially pursuing a recourse loan as opposed to a non-recourse loan may provide you with the possibility of 100% financing.