What I really look for in a agent is can they confirm or deny my ARV and rent estimate and explain why.

I'm just north of the lake, thinking of doing the same, have about the same equity, and my estimates ($3500/mo) seem to cashflow a couple hundred a month.

I got several estimates from roofers and the replacement cost is around 13k (it's a ~1600 sqft house).

They provide free estimates and work with your accountant.

I had an estimate done ($7k) because at this point the sprinkler piping is exposed and I'm afraid that could lead to an even greater problem.

There are an estimated 1 - 2 million crimes a year stopped by brandishing a gun and fewer than 600 deaths from accidental shootings.Pepper spray is not as effective.

The BP rental estimator tool is pretty good as well and is usually within about a 5-7% margin of error. 

I am getting 3 estimates on the property in the next week but could also do some of the work between my dad and me.

Specifically in SC, though, I would check two things - 1) see if the ATI exemption applies and actually quote the taxes for that particular property on the county tax estimator tool, and 2) get a ballpark quote from your insurance partner on the particular property.

We have yet to have another appraisal completed but I estimate a new evaluation of $350,000.