Also, did you check references, licenses (If necessary), insurance carrier, surety bonds, MEP subcontractors credentials as well?

For the past several years I've specialized in helping out-of-state investors acquire both short and long-term investment properties here along the Grand Strand.To touch on your concern regarding Responsible Local Agent requirements, the proposed ordinance you're referring to would only affect properties in North Myrtle Beach. 

They are stored in a folder for each property if I ever need to refer back to them.I think this is a good, low cost solution.

I would certainly recommend to speak with a loan officer that is referred from another investor in your market to see what options you have.

I was in a hard place and needed a new lender asap and was referred to Lima One.

We've been referring clients to use them, the prices are reasonable and the UX is intuitive. 

I was in a hard place and needed a new lender asap and was referred to Lima One.

Bank statements are a good start, but ATM/Zelle deposits need a little extra vetting.What we typically ask for:Last 3–6 months bank statements (sometimes 12 if it’s borderline)Last 2 years tax returns (or at least most recent) + Schedule C if applicableProof of active business (license/website/insurance/invoices)Landlord references + rent payment history (this matters a ton)Big thing for me is: do the deposits look steady and repeatable, and do they have enough cash reserves after bills to comfortably cover rent.If the income is there and it’s consistent month to month, self-employed doesn’t scare me — you just want to verify it the right way.

And, this:  I don't refer my best trades. 

3. do you have a network of people that you could refer me towards such as lender, handy person, etc?