I got a deal on labor as I know the contractor personally and helped out a bit with the project.

My father is a certified contractor in NJ—he’s built one home, flipped four, and consistently handles upgrades and maintenance for me and his other clients.I’d appreciate any tips or stories from those who’ve turned equity into a profitable venture.

Hello, my name is Sergio Vasquez, I am a builder/contractor in British Columbia, Canada.

My wife works for Ferguson, and I know many contractors, so I can get a lot of materials at cost.

Contractor is telling us that it will smooth out once the sun hits it. 

Clarify your strategy—whether it's rentals, flips, or house hacking—and build a team of agents, lenders, and contractors.

After meeting with a number (like 8) different contractors the quotes i got back made the deal, not a deal (i think). 

I just wonder about the quality of the new construction itself and the quality of contractors being used.   

Just be transparent with the sellers that you are licensed and for good grace recommend they use a realtor on their end, although not necessary. 

Off market deals usually have nonrefundable deposits and a clunkier process that isn't as suited for out of state people until they have good contacts in the area to evaluate the property (mostly contractors that feel comfortable evaluating projects for you).