Building department.Is this sort of conversion common in the area?

@Andrew C.To remotely manage an Airbnb/STR you need these few items.

.$200 pedestal sink$180 shower kit (claw foot conversion) $100 facetRest is in labor ....

This is a very rough estimate and are handyman prices not GC prices.Central Air $3500 for new A/C unit.Ductwork estimate $800.Paint exterior $1500-1800Landscaping, removing trees,  depends on house but $500-1000Removing tool shed or items from back yard $500Roof estimate about $200 per square  (100SF) of roof. 1200 SF house roof around $7k-$9KSeptic System/ Drain Field $5-$7K or moreWindows can be very expensive and require permits in Fl. about $500-$1000!

You think you can break down for everyone here the itemized costs that totaled near $25,000?

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Option #1 will most likely meet that criteria, you can price for any major repairs/cap x improvements and negotiate those during the acquisition, this will help you hedge against major items breaking down once you acquired.   

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Conversely, when we borrow from new private lender, we do offer them a list of references.