Do I find funding or the deal first?

[Bryan Watson]

Hello all,

I am new to real estate but I found three properties on the MLS over the weekend that I believe would be great for rehabbing; however, I have never done a rehab before. I am not sure what to do next. Should I try to find a hard money lender before I view the properties in person and decide if they are truly great deals? Should I try to bring a contractor with me to estimate costs? Should I try to find a partner after securing the deal?

Based on the photos the rehab doesn't seem too costly, rough estimate between $20K - $50K for all three (reminder I have no experience in estimating costs), but I know it doesn't beat viewing the property in person. I am scheduled to tour these properties this upcoming weekend. The details of each are below: 

Property details: 

Property 1: 

Purchase: $70,000 and $14,000 condo lien 

ARV: $140,000

Property 2: 

Purchase: $55,000 

ARV: $115,000

Property 3: 

Purchase: $45,000 

ARV: $180,000

Any advice is greatly appreciated. Also, any referrals to experienced rehabbers in Baltimore or DC is greatly appreciated.