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Property Management Repair Questions

Carlos Quiros
  • New to Real Estate
  • Los Angeles, Ca
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Hello to all-

New investor question to all that can answer. I have a new duplex, needs work. Property management contractor is about 15% higher vs a contractor I found.

How does one go about refusing to use their contractor and payment. Can I pay the contractor I found myself and just let them know the work is being done or is it best to run everything through the manager?

Thank you in advance


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    Nathan Gesner
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    Quote from @Carlos Quiros:

    Contact your PM and let them know you prefer to use a contractor you found on your own. You'll have to coordinate with the PM so your contractor can gain access.

    I hope it works out. Sometimes, cheaper isn't better. Sometimes, the contractor you found will not be as good as the contractor your PM has a long relationship with.

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