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We both have a history of investing in the public markets (stock, bond, options, commodities) but were new to direct REI. 

Now, some of this might be a personal discussion that's not very indicative in a public forum. 

And you should do your own public record check for background checks on top of theirs.

Send a private message as we cant share that information in public forums.   

Because of that, it appraised like a site-built home and the buyer was able to get a conventional loan.New Question:He’s looking at another similar property in Martinsville .Same setup—a manufactured home on a cinderblock foundation—but this one is classified in public records as Mobile/Manufactured Home.His concern: Will lenders and appraisers treat it the same as the Clayton deal (like an SFR), or will it be limited because of the “Manufactured Home” designation?

Run your own background check and credit check in addition to public search. 

The price-to-rent ratios are solid, and there’s steady demand for rentals, particularly in working-class neighborhoods and areas with access to public transportation.

There is a lot of public info out there on their funds and how they are (not) performing.  

Quote from @Kathy Diamond: Quote from @Ronald Rohde: Yes, I've sold to public entities, you need to have a good product first.