General contract vs subcontractors

[Yeilee Woo]

Hi, I'm about to purchase my first short term rental from out of state but the property needs a little work. Is is it better to work with a general contractor or work with subcontractors separately? For example, if I want to some work done with upgrading a pool, the kitchen, floors, install accent lighting and landscaping. What are the pros and cons?

Second question - Can I get some recommendations of reliable general contractors and subcontractors in Seminole FL area?

Thanks in advance!

[Bruce Woodruff]

If you run the Subs, you will bear the same responsibility - and liability - as the GC would. Make sure you are adequately insured and prepared for this.....

Always better to use a GC, but I am probably biased :-) You will not save much if anything, so why get yourself involved in something you know nothing about....?