Convince a hard money lender I can manage a rehab

[Dave Kush]

I am preparing some documents that I would be able to provide to a hard money lender when approaching them. Definitely looking for properties that need work. 

I plan on using a contractor, but don't have somebody I use regularly. Should I locate a contractor first? Thank you for your help!

[Erik Estrada]

Quote from @Dave Kush:

I am preparing some documents that I would be able to provide to a hard money lender when approaching them. Definitely looking for properties that need work. 

I plan on using a contractor, but don't have somebody I use regularly. Should I locate a contractor first? Thank you for your help!

 Yes. If you are planning to get rehab financed you will need a scope of work and a licensed contractor to sign off. 

If you plan on doing the rehab out of pocket, hard money lenders will not require a GC.