We are on digital world, I communicate with my architect used as drafter from outside the country, and it works.

When people are asking these basic question I read it and understand it's not a knowledge based question, it's an emotional one framed as a knowledge question.

When I have had this situation, I communicate well expressing the urgency on my part, provide access to another unit (if I have a vacancy nearby), and may give them a gift card or something for their trouble.

I believe he may be a little too emotionally attached.

I am trying to avoid deadly mistake #1 emotionally loving a property before I crunch the numbers.

When you visit their home, you can begin to connect with them emotionally and find the main reason they are trying to sell and offer a solution to that.

Ultimately I'd like to find a G.C that can handle my projects, from demo to final finish.I'm looking to build a long term relationship with a company that possesses the following: Fair pricing, timely & efficient, communicative, can get the job done on time & on budget.

Most importantly, don't let emotions get involved since this will influence you to skew your numbers.  

This was a great experience as I was prepared to negotiate and didn't let any emotions affect my final offer.Hopefully this helps.Also, I have active contracts out on flooded property; 1 in particular is located in good area in Denham.

I even use Skype and TeamViewer to communicate with clients so I'd highly recommend looking for one of the best with great references that interviews well with you.So look for someone you can connect with that works out for your situation.Feel free to ask here if you have questions