However, when seeking a non-recourse lender, I suggest starting by reaching out to lenders who specialize in working with self-directed IRAs, as they’re more likely to understand the requirements.

That ship has sailed and it was never at the discount you're suggesting. 

Starting with the Right PropertyGiven that this is your first STR and you’re planning to manage remotely, I’d suggest focusing on a market with a strong local infrastructure for short-term rentals—like Panama City Beach or Destin.

Your Lender My suggestion to find #2 & #4 would be to go to the top of this page and click on AGENTS & LENDERS. 

also, happy to chat vendors, contractors, any other suggestions, etc. with you and be a resource anyway I can!

Are there any realtors you suggest reaching out to?

Thanks, @Ken Latchers for the suggestion.  

What strategy would you suggest I follow instead?

All calculations suggest great investment for 4 bed 3 bath in good school zone, however once the tax estimator goes from $2200 to $9500 due to lose of tax credit from not being a primary residence it hard to see how to get property in SC.

Furthermore, the State has put together a task force of prosecutors to put a dent in organized retail theft.