My son has been in the Navy for 2.5 years and is contemplating purchasing his first home which will be a 2 unit.He is looking for find out what options he has as far as mortgages that require smaller down payments.  H...

The official zoning is C-RS (commercial rural service) but as the home was built is 1919 so it is existing, non-conforming and can be used as a SFH or commercial business.

@Sean Quinlan thanks for your service on the front lines !

Seconded that you need to make a policy and stick to it.Note; service animals are not pets, in case it comes up down the road for you.

However, we noticed a few redeeming features during our inspections that gave us some hope over the 8 month renovation - 11' ceilings (hidden behind drop ceilings), original heart pine floors (protected under laminate flooring), original fireplaces/mantles, and desirable location (5 minutes to downtown Columbia). 

It will be rental ready after paint and staging, which I will pay for and my partner will provide the painting and staging services.

I am in the process of upgrading my building's laundry service. 

The floors must be durable  so they will hold up. 1.

I have a great company I use with excellent service, message me if you want more info ! 

@Phillip Williams If you are looking off island to the US Mainland because you want something that is cash flowing, then you may want to consider working with a full service turnkey company, where they do all the work for you and provide property management.