It has solar power, a compost toilet, and other things of that nature to be self-sustaining.

I hadn’t heard about interest going back to self tho! 

A borrower really needs to have at least some "skin in the game" to make lenders feel comfortable.

Not alot of confidence in any existing rentals as consistent indciators but I feel like so many homes are 1/2 rentals and don't tell the whole story.Anyone have any insight into the Cashiers/Highlands/Sapphire/Lake Toxaway markets to share? 

When you sell, interview as many as you need until you feel very comfortable with the one you decide to work with.real estate is a big investment, and for me it's long term, I don't want to have buyer remorse because someone isn't as knowledge as I like.when I was younger,  I was more willing or less experienced,  today I want the same level of knowledge as I offer when I help someone with their tax planning or when I prepar their taxes.....Show me your high level of knowledge,  you are hired.

Landscaping, exterior paint, and a new front door can boost value.Flooring & Paint – Fresh paint and updated flooring can modernize a space quickly and affordably.If you have specific questions, feel free to ask—I’m happy to help however I can.

Alternatively, I feel that a property manager could probably rent the property out and cash flow even after they take their cut, but I am worried about the screening process and potential tenants destroying my new home.

Please feel free to reach out to me and my team if you would like to come up with a game plan and build your buy box. 

I saw a lot of advice to do what feels comfortable but I feel like I want to find out which one will end with more net worth.

I feel like maybe these markets are too saturated.