Flipping out of Town/state properties

[Jacob Beg]

Hi All- 

So it is extremely difficult to find great flips in my area so I am forced to look elsewhere. I have spotted some good opportunities and even bought one as the numbers were attractive. In my enthusiasm, I overlooked an important element about getting a reliable, trustworthy and affordable local rehab crew. I am in no position to travel to the property due to personal obligations and its simply too far.

I have tried to work with contractors via face time and other remote methods. I am finding the process extremely frustrating as some of the contractors show up, provide an estimate but disappear afterwards. I was looking to do the project with one general contractor but am founding that it is easier to find individual local tradesmen (Hvac, plumber etc). I still prefer to work with someone a  reliable GC who can be my eyes and ears on the ground. This property is a condo that needs rehabbing (kitchen, bathroom, flooring, paint, hvac etc) down to lighting/plumbing fixtures.

 I know some seasoned flippers claim to flip properties remotely throughout the country, any suggestions? Thank you all in advance.