Network with wholesalers, check public records, and use platforms like PropStream or DealMachine to find distressed properties.Be Cautious: Pay attention to permits, inspections, and local market trends—over-improving for the area could hurt your profits.Starting with a solid plan and realistic numbers will set you up for success.

Check w/ the City / County to see what the permitting process is, and what if anything you would have to do regarding plumbing / electrical.

I am glad because the permits and requirements would have much tougher.

Only thing better would be initial deposit and then paid in full upon Certificate of Occupancy and punchlist complete.Of course, standard items should also be checked: licensed, insured, willing and able to pull all required permits, reference checks.I would also commonly avoid the cheapest bid you get.  

We also learned that the house had failed or not received many of Baltimore city’s permits and inspections.

Currently, the contractor is demanding $44K upfront to resume work and complete the occupancy permit, promising to discuss the additional costs afterward.

Is the property priced appropriate for a purchase that does not permit financing?

It's also nice because we can upload invoices, quotes, drawings, permits, etc all to the individual project we create.

I still don't have permits after a fire and things were submitted in March for applications.

Fix-and-flip or builder’s risk insurance should be in place before work begins, and confirm your contractor obtains all necessary permits to avoid delays.