There are other concerns as well which could arise as "Big ticket items" like the Electrical service/panel, ceiling height concerns, natural light and ventilation requirements, etc. so a more detailed review would definitely be necessary to provide more clarity as to what the best options may be to move forward.

Contingent and cap ex items surface,  subcontractors will disappear on you, you will experience a wonky occurrence where the  cost benefit analysis of using your deductible and generating a loss run against your insurance policy makes it more advantageous to pay out of pocket, expenses increase and the list goes on.

Let me know if you would like a realtor reference for the Columbia area.  

Best to sell items to raise funds for the down payment and consider hard money for the rest 

.✔ Eviction & Rental History – Look for past evictions, late payments, and landlord references to spot red flags.✔ Criminal Background Check – Run a nationwide search to ensure compliance with local laws while identifying potential risks.✔ Judgments & Liens Search – Since these no longer appear on credit reports, a separate search helps uncover unpaid debts or financial issues.For Section 8 tenants, screening should be the same—rental history and income verification are key since they’re still responsible for a portion of the rent.

Yes we have one.We bought a kit that has essential first aid supplies.We check it annually to see if we need to replace items that have used or expired.Sometime we just replace the whole kit if it needs it.

I refer some clients to them.

Whether you're planning a transaction or ensuring ongoing compliance, proactive management of permits and violations is key to safeguarding your investments.An expediter can offer tailored solutions to address open compliance items efficiently.

Plumbing, windows, driveway, etc - all big ticket items. 

@Irma Leibas No problem glad we could help.When you say looking for good contracts, are you referring to the contract you will use between yourself and the subcontractors?