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Updated about 8 years ago on .

Seeking General Contractor for Rehab
Hi all,
I am a new real estate investor on Chicago's northwest side (Avondale, 60618). I closed on a three flat last August.
I am looking to speak with general contractors to assist on a rehab for a 750 square foot garden unit. The work is fairly straightforward: full bathroom rehab, new flooring throughout (I will have a clean concrete floor), new cabinets with new construction for a washer/dryer unit (need to run plumbing, vents, possibly electric) and 18" dishwasher that are not there currently. The cabinets will have to be slightly reconfigured to accommodate the new appliances.
I really enjoy the work and am looking to transition from my 9-5 job into real estate full-time. I am looking to work with the GC. By that I mean do a lot of the labor and learn the rehab process by working with a GC. I don't have to be at the project the entire time, but I am looking to be mentored through this project, which is my first rehab.
Further to this, I am looking to make long-term business relationships. I would like to work with the GC now and in the future. I have two to three other projects that I intend to complete the next 18 months. I am also looking to help those that help me. Referring them for new business, potential joint ventures, any advice or work I might be able to help with, etc... I plan to buy another 3-4 unit building in the next two years. I also have my real estate license and will be hanging it on April 1st.
Thanks everyone. Happy to speak with you or someone you know! Attaching two pics as well. Sorry for the orientation. You get the idea.
Best,
Charlie