You didn't say where you're located, but definitely check this out by calling the State Registrar of Contractors.

Location is not an issue as most of them remotely assist RE clients with their tax planning and accounting. 

it is located in the Miami Area....

Once I have located such a property, I buy their property for below market, (instant equity) no bank qualifying, no credit checks, by offering to take over their loan and make their payments for them.

Property taxes and insurance are very location specific as you note. 

I am centrally located between these two cities. 

One final note, this property has a lot of potential for value add opportunities as its located right on a major highway and is 2 acres.

I’m a former investor and current escrow officer located in Southern California and am looking to connect with investors, agents, loan officers and bankers, and anyone else in the settlement agent realm. 

With aging parents I’ve been looking at SC as a STR location until they are ready to fully make the move south. 

Dutch Marc I don't see why location is important, I value knowledge more than location.