All Forum Posts by: Juan Alvarez

Great information Alberto!

You’re welcome! Congratulations on your first deal!

Quote from @Jonathan Baptiste:

I am doing my first deal that needs substantial renovations. I'm a pretty handy guy but this would be outside of my realm, but my experience helps me understand how much this type of improvement should cost.

Improvements: remodel kitchen and bathroom, paint interior, fix exterior scafolding.

How should I go about finding a contractor? Should i send them to the property before or after the inspection?

Here is my two cents: 

When hiring a contractor for substantial renovations, start by researching local licensed and insured contractors with solid reviews. Request estimates from at least three, providing detailed information about the project scope. It’s ideal to have them view the property after the inspection, so they can consider any issues discovered during the inspection in their bid. This approach ensures realistic pricing and helps avoid unexpected costs later.

Good luck!

Hi, Angela, we are contractors with over 20 years’ experience and would love to discuss how we can work together. Please reach out when you’re free.

Quote from @Collin Reichelt:

Hello, 

I am looking for solid, investor friendly, tried and true GCs that I can use in the west/Northwest area of Houston. We are looking for cosmetic repairs only. Please send all solid recommendations my way. Thank you,

Hi Collin,

We are a team of skilled and experienced professionals who specialize in providing high-quality residential construction and renovation services. Our commitment to exceptional craftsmanship, attention to detail, and personalized customer service is what sets us apart from the competition. From small remodeling projects to large-scale custom home builds, we have the expertise and dedication to bring your vision to life.

You can find us here: www.jsaconstructiongroup.com

Hi Guka,

I would suggest you go out and find them where they are working. Go drive around new subdivisions with new construction and strike a conversation with the boss of the crew for whatever trade you are looking for. For instance, if you need a tiler, framer, sheet rocker, whatever it may be, ask them if they do direct work with investors. Some of them will answer no, but I guarantee you they will now somebody who does. In another note, even for us GC in Texas finding qualified and inexpensive contractors is getting harder and harder. What that said, always, always get cross references from people who have worked with them. Good luck!

Quote from @Collin Mitchell:

Quote from @Justin Brickman:

Congrats on the new properties!

Richard Reyes (210)-944-2123

 Thanks @Justin Brickman

I highly recommend Carlos Martinez. You can reach him @ 210-562-0967. Where did you end up buying?

Hi Kathy, I may be a little late in responding but I'm a contractor in Houston and my company JSA Construction Group LLC does home remodeling and property make readies in Houston and the greater Houston area. Please don't hesitate to reach out to discuss any project you may have.

New-home sales account for around 15% to 20% of all recent home sales and could reach 30% in some markets, compared with a historical average of 10%, according to Lawrence Yun, chief economist at the National Association of Realtors. What's your opinion on this?

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Welcome Fernando! Good luck in your new endeavors