New RE Investor questions <> Buffalo

[Mohammed Rahman]

Hi all! 

I'm a fairly new investor looking to make my first purchase in ~ 2 months. I've already found a reliable agent who is also a part of the BP forums and has a few units under his belt. My question is regarding GC's and specialists. 

Because I'm located quite a distant away from my properties, I want to emphasize the quality of work of the contractors I onboard as part of my team - and thus am doing a ton of research up front. 

If anyone has any experience working with contractors - whether it's great referrals, or HORROR stories on who I should stay away from - please share them via commenting or messaging me. 

Really appreciate the help and looking to pay it forward as I get minted.