I am an attorney and I disagree with your analysis.

You have no rights to the property until the tax deed is filed at the Charleston County Register of Deeds (ROD) conveying the property to you as the new owner.Once again in this post - go work with a good attorney in your state that is familiar with these rules, along with your CPA (local or not) to walk through the analysis as it applies to your particular jurisdictions. 

This will then eliminate the possibility of creating an unintended presumed agency relationship.Not sure I agree with the analysis, but it does make an apparent (superficial?)

Step #PhaseStep1DiscoveryTalk to experts and learn (process, tips, design tips)2DiscoveryCreate social media and document story3DiscoveryGeneral research - budget considerations, financing options, permits, regulations, tax considerations4DiscoveryMarket research - competitor analysis, analyze guest reviews, market trends5DiscoveryGather ideas/inspo (blogs, articles, youtube)6DefineCreate brand and vision7DefineCreate guest requirements (e.g. coffee maker, natural light, near activities, etc.) and prioritize must have, nice to have, etc.8DefineSketch idea for look and feel (architecture and design) - map out the floor layout9DefineConsult an architect (is this needed?)

Personally, courses are great, but analysis paralysis is a real thing.

Market Selection Criteria: To choose the right market, consider factors such as:Economic Growth: Look for markets with strong job growth, a diverse economy, and increasing population.Rental Demand: Identify areas with high demand for rentals, which can be indicated by low vacancy rates and high rent-to-price ratios.Affordability: Ensure the market offers properties within your budget that also meet your cash flow and appreciation goals.Property Management Quality: Verify that there are reliable property management companies in the area to handle day-to-day operations, especially if you are investing from a distance.Comparative Market Analysis: Perform a comparative market analysis to compare potential markets.

I would do a city analysis based on your buy box and see which city pan out Just a suggestion and as always not written by Ai.

When you're fully ready for analysis check out the renter analysis tools and don't be afraid to post questions and ask for help, everyone is really supportive :) A good first step and great lending resource (super important in today's market) might be to check in with my lending guide and bestie of 20+ years @Joseph Chiofalo they lend nationwide and he's very patient with newbies and can help craft a workable plan towards portfolio growth.

Before proceeding you should become familiar with commercial real estate.A Quad is valued the same way as single family, using the comparative market analysis approach. 

Stuck in analysis paralysis.