Rehab a BRRR using permit as owner or find general contractor

[Kailas Tare]

I am rehabbing a SF for the first time (I do have few rentals but never did full remodel rehab before). I got several quotes from general contractors licensed and non licensed. The rehab work is full remodel of a house.

Option A: Hiring non licensed contractor and get permit as homeowner. Pay only labor cost to contractor. Material to be purchased by me.

Option B: Hire licensed contractor, pay labor and material both. Contractor gets a permit and all.

Option A is much cheaper and will force me to gain knowledge (which I can use in future rehabs) but I know it involves risk.

Option B is peace of mind but costly.

What do you guys suggest?