While this initial policy allowed me to secure conventional financing, I'm now in the process of planning and executing renovations to enhance the value and appeal of my home, with the goal of switching to a different insurance policy after completing the remodel and being refunded the unused portion of the escrow.

@Ryan Runchey If you are planning to scale up in the future, then QBO is a good option and you can start with the lower tier subscription for a single property, you can upgrade later when you acquire more properties.

What kind of investing are you looking to do, and are you planning to do it in Columbia, SC?

Moving forward I plan on doing 2-3 flips per year which will be will be Cash deals with no loan.

Its important that you go with the plan that makes the most sense for your facts and circumstances  

I also  plan on doing a check in check out sheet similar to that of our long term rental in case any damages they would be liable as well.   

I plan to research more on the MTR space.

New laminate hardwood flooring.

The exercise of tracking it regularly helps to keep it top of mind and it also allows me to see how my plans are working compared to my goals and if I need to make adjustments (I agree with @Chris Clothier that you've got a keep a long-term perspective because real estate investing, like life in general, is a marathon not a sprint).Great question, Allan!

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