I would also caution that buying notes directly can be as risky as the assets she explicitly wants to avoid because of the unique skill set required.

My first purchase here in College Station was a house hack 4 plex.

I have read so many different rules and regulations for manufactured homes and I can never seem to find anything definite because manufactured homes not on personally owned property, create a unique situation.

Because of its unique situation and difficulty to estimate costs and ARV, as well as rental income like you mentioned, I thought I would reach out to more experienced investors for feedback.  

Make sure the attorney has history (ask them) with writing PSAs, not all do.You can get a standard PSA by fishing, but each situation is unique and 90% of the time the buyer crafts the PSA so you have the opportunity to protect your interests against "eventualities" that may occur.

I wish I had done this before I got stationed in Pearl Harbor where the housing prices are insane. 

@Eric David WilloughbyAnother unique way is through owner financing.

The problem is the home is stationed in the historic district which required approval from planning and zoning before any permits can be issued.

My husband and I are a bit of newbies here and have a unique situation.

Here in CA we have found a unique opportunity in the senior community in which they are currently downsizing from their large homes with lots of equity, and want to remain in the same city.