Bay Area team recommendations

[Nick Thurston]

Looking to get into flipping in the bay area. Any recommendations for investor friendly inspectors, GC's, appraisers, etc?

[Robert Marston]

Hi @Nick Thurston, I'm excited to hear you are looking to house hack a deal in the Bay! This is a tough market so as others have pointed out so having your pro's lined up ahead of time is a great idea, this will hopefully allow you to get your deal closed up quicker, which is something sellers here in the bay are becoming accustomed to. If you are interested in interviewing Real Estate Professionals I'd love to toss my hat into the ring!

You are shopping in an area where there are deals to be had but it is quite a large area for recommending the top inspectors and GC's for. Also, we are already getting into moving season here so inspectors and GC's get booked out pretty far, having a good backup that can get your inspection done on time will be something that you should consider looking for as well.

Appraisers will be hired by the bank that finances your deal, unless you are coming in all cash you won't have much of a say so here. You'll wanna hook up with a lender that has experience with investor deals in hopes that they have the right appraisers on their call list. @Chris Mason is a smart lender that is active here on BP and has provided me with favorable appraisals in the past, he would be worth hitting up when the time is right for you to interview lenders, if applicable. =)

Let us know of your specific questions, best of luck!!