Are there specific qualities or terms you look for that make the relationship a good fit for your investment strategy?

I highly recommend you create an "Animal Addendum" which is a set of rules for any animal, whether it's a pet or service animal.

He found that the moisture levels in the walls are extremely high, indicating significant damage.

We are in a constricted market cycle, low volume, strained budgets, high costs.

I know that this is a big risk property but I believe that it has the potential for high return if I can get all of this permitting and renovation work figured out on the front end.I'm just looking for any advice on how to cover myself on the front end prior to making an offer and how to expedite the work so that I can get renters in and start recouping on the investment as soon as possible.

The scope of work, quality needed, location etc will determine the cost.

The other quotes I received were often unreasonably high compared to other properties in my portfolio—sometimes exceeding my current carrier’s increased rate for this property while offering less coverage.

Short-term rentals (STRs) are highly regulated, particularly downtown, so areas like Mount Pleasant, James Island, and North Charleston may offer more flexibility.

You can rent the unit at max 160% FMR  https://www.huduser.gov/portal/datasets/fmr/fmrs/FY2025_code... here is the website. 

If you’re below $275K, focus on high-impact upgrades like improving curb appeal (landscaping, fresh paint), refreshing the kitchen and bathrooms (new hardware, lighting), or adding energy-efficient features (smart thermostats, LED lighting).