Bonus is I am getting new HVAC, Furnace and hot water tank. 

New 200 amp circuit panel, Culligan water softner, new washer/dryer, and a deep clean Did you work with any real estate professionals (agents, lenders, etc.) that you'd recommend to others?

•Systems: Servicing the HVAC system, replacing the water heater, and updating the electrical panel.The renovation was completed in 13 weeks and totaled approximately $35,600.

So thankfully with the help of my mentor and his crew of Six, we were able to complete all prep and are amidst our final pass for sanding floors before our water-based polyurethane. 

They were never particularly nice, beach cabins on stilts with rattan furniture that usually had water stains from wet suits.  

A "total reno" can mean it's all original and very outdated but livable or it can be an absolute disaster with foundation issues and sewer and water problems.

Other hot spots I am sure you will hear about are Florida, NC, Texas, Indy to name a few.

You can lead a horse to water but you can't make the horse learn math.

Water heater 3 years old.

I would suggest you take a few months and watch the market before jumping in because the market has adjusted the pricing because it's hot.