Join me as I sit down with Karen Petersen, a seasoned real estate investor, entrepreneur, and former fire investigator who has carved out a unique path in the world of mobile home park investing. With a background that spans fire scene analysis, brokerage ownership, and now managing thriving communities across Georgia, Karen brings a powerful blend of discipline, adaptability, and vision to the conversation.

Karen and I discuss:

• Her journey from fire investigator to full-time real estate investor
• Why she transitioned from traditional real estate to mobile home parks
• How she builds sustainable communities through long-term strategy
• The lessons she’s learned from managing tenant turnover and renovations
• Why risk management and cash reserves are essential for investors
• How rent-to-own models promote stability and homeownership
• The importance of building a reliable contractor and support network
• Navigating loan defaults and challenges while staying focused on the mission
• Why she chose to scale without investors—and how she made it work
• Her thoughts on financial independence, success, and knowing when you’ve reached “enough”

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