I am sure you will get plenty of feedback from the contractors around here and other investors that have good contractors that they work with.I have been working with contractors for over 12 years as a Designer, Estimator, and a Supplier of all things interior and a few things exterior. 

Also I'd hire a local you trust as a go between for your subcontractors and suppliers.

The lender will also want to know what type of suppliers you are working with and if you are making sound decisions about what needs to be purchased and how.This list is certainly not exhaustive and much more information may very well be required in order to secure the SBA-backed loan.

Hi Everyone,I'm an investor from the Chicago market and have had great success finding quality suppliers and installers for nearly everything other than countertops.

Electrical - Ask the current owner for 12 months from their supplier.

Also, a clause stating that a list of all subcontractors and suppliers will be provided to you.

@karen o, never assume, I just did a renovation in Florida, I thought I'd never find the tiles, sure enough a few days of searching found them at a local supplier.

Project:1500sf full remodel, from studsnew roof trusses and roofingsmall front additionnew windows and exterior sidingand all new systems and interior surfaces, fixtures, and cabinets, etcI am looking for:* reasonable window dealers for Marvin Integrity windows* lumber yard and Hardieplank supplier with best pricingThen all the usual other suspects:* electrician* plumber* framers* drywallers* cement board exterior siding installers (Hardieplank)* Roofer* Flooring installersThat's all for now.TIA

I couldn't disagree more.I could list off the top 10 deals that I've obtained that did not fit this, in a good way.I could list off the often inherent conflict of interest that is usually present from people that say this - ie: the window supplier/installer that is selling the $700 windows with little added value, etc. 

First time poster, but in the hospitality business as a supplier.