I would have hired a junk haul person to do the clean out instead of my contractor.

I'm having contractors over the next two weeks to see the project and bid on it. 

We finally found our go-to contractor after falling out with our original, who underbid the project, become flakey and eventually stopped showing up.

Hire a contractor to repair.

Hey @Cynthia Leite - I am a licensed general contractor in Chicago, and we have 32 categories in our scope of work, then, we have many subgroups under these.0. 

I'm particularly passionate about STR and LTR.Outside of real estate, I enjoy hiking, reading and soccer.Excited to learn and connect with you all!

The only contractors that you will be working with if you persist in this approach are a) unlicensed contractors, b) new contractors, or c) bad contractors.

I am thinking I would like to start with a duplex/triplex/quadplex but I am open to your suggestions.I really enjoy making money and have been in technical sales for more than 30 years.

To use the BRRRR method, target 2-4 unit properties, look for emerging neighborhoods, network with local contractors, factor in property taxes, and work with an investor-friendly agent.Good luck!

I recommend that you build trust with local contractors first and starting with properties that are move-in ready or just need a little cosmetic touch-up.