When I started out it was swinging hammers, DIY projects, and managing local contractors for heavy lifting.

@Tasha Smith I've been investing in Champaign, IL the past 8 years and the foundation to my portfolio, because of the PEOPLE and contractors being in place helps speed decisions up.

Just don't know what kind of contractor I should be looking for, drywall/ceiling repair or I need to call water mitigation contractor first to have the ceiling dried first

Find boyfriend that work as contractor, seriously LOL rather than pay 40k for the guru.My very best friend now is my contractor.

Electrical fire hazards IMO- MOST IMPORTANT: It sounds like they are not happy.

If you aren't doing the work yourself, make sure you vet contractors as much as you can.Of course look at their previous work, but also consider their responsiveness, ability to meet with you, years of experience, etc.

I think I would spend a year doing electrical jobs. 

There are new laws affecting California transactions in 2024, some of which are very relevant to investors and house flippers.According to the California Association of Realtors, starting July 1, 2024 most 1-4 unit properties that are resold within 18 months (aka flips) must disclose:- repairs, renovations, room additions and structural modifications that were performed by a contractor with whom the seller entered into a contract- the name and any contact info for the contractor for any work over $500- any permits obtainedSo you still can be an HGTV star, just make sure you do it by the book. :)Have any of you flipping in the Los Angeles area been affected by these new disclosures?

._____________________________________________________________________________________________________________7/28/24 - UPDATE WITH NEW PICTURES.Hi all, just sharing the update and the experience, we finally after interviewing about 4 different contractors picked the right one so far.

Two sets of eyes on projects also helps when it comes to keeping track of contractors, etc.