I think those are all good picks.

While this isn't a hard and fast rule, more often then not, these are the guys that can't manage their schedules well, and will be gung-ho on your job for a couple weeks, then be flaking out as they picked up too much work and are trying to keep too many homeowners happy.And lastly, the more detail you have the better the bid will be with few change orders.  

When they go on sale, I post them here but I pick some up.Coffee makers (broken carafes) and waffle makers.

I would not let a GC pick finishes - especially if its a flip - if anything get a realtor to assist.In regards to doing this from afar, I recommend hiring a project manager for a few grand per month to oversee the project for you, if not you are relying 100% on the GC which is not something I recommend. 

So how many did you pick up since the post ? 

@Heather Baileywhy not pick a market within a couple hours? 

You just have to pick your spots.

I used to live there so I didn't just pick a random market.

I noticed that your initial post was from 4 months ago and would love to connect with you to pick your brain about your progress over last few months :)

Unless you need them installed for mortgage appraisal, recommend:1) A price reduction or 2) Small price reduction for installation labor and have someone pick up & store the mechanicals the seller provides.Otherwise, they will just get stolen again!