I"m not sure you could find a better group in terms of knowledge and support. 

Did you use a hard money loan for this? 

I have STR, MTR, and Long term rentals.

Once identified, we negotiated favorable terms by emphasizing a fast and hassle-free closing.

I have rented out this home short term before and have been successful but I don't have any experience with 12 month leases.  

Areas like Downtown, Summerville, and West Augusta are particularly desirable due to their proximity to amenities, universities, and employment centers.In terms of your preferred strategies, it would be helpful to know what type of lending you plan to use.

@Kevin Connauton, I agree with you that although Pad Split is a great choice for getting the rooms filled, they don't cover all your bases in terms of property management.

i wouldn't tell you where you should move since i don't know you.also, a lender would be in the best position to advise whether you qualify for a specific loan. 

For perspective, last April I closed on a new construction loan (build to rent) with a turnkey company there (Rent to Retirement).

My belief is that you will be challenged to realize a 10% savings loan n your first effort and there is some chance it will cost more than if you used a GC.