These are professionals with additional training and a stricter code of ethics.

Thanks for any additional input you have time to put forth. 

I don't have time to keep going back and forth here; you are welcome to contact me directly for additional details.

OF COURSE the Contractor is going to say you need to tear it all out and rebuild the wall(s)  because that's the absolute easiest solution and adds additional work for him.

Specifically I would love additional guidance when it comes to the process of forming a syndication to purchase apartment buildings.

And of course all the events and attractions that draw people to Myrtle Beach are just 20 minutes away.In addition to Murrells Inlet, I would consider the adjacent Surfside Beach... which sits right between Garden City Beach and Myrtle Beach. 

Additionally, the price point is still cheap enough to find the 1% rule and positive cash flow and there's amazing appreciation potential.

I have about $100k in capital reserves and can leverage the 2 properties for additional capital, as needed.

Additionally, the boots on the ground partner has to be extremely trustworthy.

I know hosts have included additional cleaning fees for violations as a deterrent.If none of these solutions work, you could look into completely independent HVAC systems for the two units, though that would be a bigger upfront investment.