Bottom line, it's way easier doing it with an experienced investor, no sense re-inventing the wheel.FlexibilityNo two markets are alike and real estate investing needs to be fluid.

I'd prefer not to reinvent the wheel. 

Why reinvent the wheel?

You're not reinventing the wheel, but market knowledge is extremely valuable and can truly give you the investment edge when it comes to identifying opportunities.Best of luck moving this forward!

About the only way I see you salvaging the reno with the original contractor would be for you to reinvent 1) yourself, 2) your relationship with the contractor, 3) Scope of workYou'll basically need to start over with another contract - find out exactly how much work is left, spell it all out, get a number on it and a firm schedule, add your penalty clauses and keep going.

Review the materials that are available lots of good internal control and cost control material available so you don't have to reinvent the wheel; review some of the old blogs and you are well along you're learning experience.  

Since the downturn in the market, I have reinvented myself/my business and I am part owner in a company that specializes in Window, Roofing and Siding replacement located in Morganville, NJ that has been established since 2001.

Every so often the franchise will try to reinvent themselves with a mandatory makeover.  

Don't reinvent the wheel. 

Is there a one stop shop where I can get the things I need instead of attempting to reinvent the wheel?