I have recently come to the realization that my area may be prohibitively expensive unless the stars are aligned and I want to see if this could be a feasible option for long distance acquisition.

You will first need to know expenses and rental potential.  

Placing siding over the stucco is a possibility but the expense could be just as much as the stucco repair.

Taxes are just more expensive in SC.

Your expenses would be more than your damages.  

Like the old-school feel of excel :) 2) Keeps real estate transactions separate for tax purposes3) Easy to fill in expenses and income on a monthly basisIf anyone has any tips, or even an excel template they would be willing to share, that would be extremely helpful!

I expect to bring in 50% or more after monthly expenses.

They can be expensive depending on how many people are on the list.

I don't have that kind of money laying around and buying course after course gets expensive. 

They say its policy.My question is, I need out and if I have to take them to court, is this at my expense, will this be on my record and make me homeless?