NC uses attorneys for title search, I doubt there is a reputable title company in NC.

Also I need a good carpenter , plumber , roofer etc any references would be great.

I know there are reputable companies out there (some of them are on here).

If you can afford IKEA or Amazon mattresses, get those.The main thing to keep in mind is your reputation is made with your first few bookings.

He is equally responsible as his PM and contributing to giving our business a bad reputation.

If this is your first one, hire a contractor, someone reputable, even if it costs you a little more, work right beside them and learn as much as you can.

At US Commercial, we offer a different type of loan than you would use for your first several deals, so this is not a solicitation, but if you'd like a referral to a reputable lender that will pre-approve you, I'd be glad to make the introduction.Best of luck to you and way to go for being so ambitious at such a young age.Stephanie

One of them a real estate agent that has a reputation to protect. 

. $1000 on a roof from a reputable company vs tracking down some one if things go wrong... not something I would want to spend time/energy/money on.  

Price on kitchen and bath will vary a lot based on the type of finishes you have, however $25k will be a ballpark price especially if it's a rental unit.This is how the cost breaks down for us:$5,500 white shaker cabinets$3,200 granite$1,300 kitchen installation$3000 appliances$5,000 plumber + electrician$5,000 brand new bathroom including new flooring, tub and vanity, toilet, faucets, paint.$2,000 demo, permit fee and miscellaneous items.This is just a quick run down and like I said price will vary if you want to gut the whole place because at that point you have to add insulation etc.Hope this is helpful.