I have plans to upgrade the interior as I’ve heard about the “live and flip” concept from a bigger pockets podcast episode about getting started in real estate.

Take a class on Financial Planning at a local Junior College. 

Would love to discuss 5 year plan I have in mind.

But you have to have a business Model for that plan.  

Columbus is a great choice if you're planning on holding for the long term. 

Not sure, but I'd say it is more of a matter of thorough diligence and future planning, not really about integrity.

I planned to put in money out of pocket towards renovations to force appreciation, get to the 78/22 debt to value, and eliminate PMI.I got quotes from 4 different contractors. 2 didn’t work out, 1 was very expensive, but number 4 was perfect.

i dont plan on watching them just dont want to deal with removing and re installing if ever vacant.

Our plan is to divide it into two sections: a 3/4 bath with a small standing shower (32 x 32) attached to the master bedroom, and a guest bathroom with a full-length tub (60 x 32), totaling around 40k for the project.

You would need to check to see if your property is zoned for STR by contacting the County: https://www.horrycountysc.gov/departments/planning-and-zonin...If I can be of any help, please reach out!