Newcomers and tourists worry about them all the time but in 170 years we’ve only had THREE category 3 hurricanes or greater hit Myrtle Beach.  

So if they are leaning towards more protected, private credit type offerings, then you will have an easier time raising.  

If it was built before, say, 1960 there may be a slew of electrical work you'll need to do to stay in regulations with current times and, of course, for the safety of a future buyer.

Battery life is good too. 

Maintenance costs don’t usually decrease over the years, so if you go with landscaping that needs care, expect your costs to increase over time.

VELOCITY OF MONEY is something that has taken me a long time to learn...closing jobs out (Even at additional cost) and getting to the next one is more important for us NOW after having some old projects suck the life out of us.The fact that the county is threatening to take away the general contractor's license honestly SOUNDS ABSURD!

The town treats it as a commercial lodging property so it's exempt from heavy-handed local STR restrictions.The sellers have been open for biz only part time in their retirement.  

Kevin, Thank you a million times over!

With this bank, they only required time stamped photos to be submitted to prove their was no damage. 

EDUCATE YOURSELF - yes, it will take time, but will lead to a selection that better meets your expectations & avoids potentially costly surprises!