Ultimately, my vision is partnering with a private lender so I can spread my funds across multiple deals at once and scale quicker; I'm really happy so far with my agents, contractor, and refi lender, so I feel like getting a great lender would be the next step for me.

Build a strong network of lenders, partners, and contractors to achieve your goal.

Be careful with that BRRR stuff.I personally would not do Remote BRRR as there is just a lot of risk with 1) risk of embezzlement with contractors 2) change orders and 3) bank doing bait and switch doing a lower appraisal and/or LTV on the refinance.Most service providers net worth is under 500-1M net worth and I just did not feel comfortable working with them because they would screw me over when I wire over 30-50k checks to do work.

I am doing my first build as owner builder and getting confused with that’s the best way to manage construction/sub-contractors like GC/builder. 

Deal finding, contractors, architects etc good luck  

Not may people know this is a requirement and certification has to be obtained by Landlords doing their own management to management companies as they believe we are acting as contractors. 

This team consists of an Investor Focused Agent, Lender, Contractor, and PM.Read this article on the "core 4".

Do you receive your legal or tax advice from your contractor?

Poor management of contractors, permit delays, or running out of funds can extend the rehab timeline, costing you money.

Asks the end buyer to pretend they’re a contractor, or “partner.”