I'll be sure to incorporate this when getting into a contract with a GC.To summarize:Check licenseCheck referencesDo walk through of current projects they are working on, if possibleTry to gather is his/hher business is successfulCheck to see if they've pulled permits@Aaron McGinnis , why would a good contractor not go for a labor only deal?

Would like to incorporate fix and flips into the mix.Best,Michael Vallee

I have began incorporating different marketing campaigns such as mailing yellow letters, building websites, squeeze pages, good adwords, etc... and have began to get those calls.

I have a US Incorporation and need to get the taxes completed.

I figure if I can average buying 2-3, do the necessary remodel work (ceramic wood-look floors, white semi-g-gloss walls..basically renter-proof the house) and hold it long term that in 10-15 years I'll be paid off and have great cash flow to retire on.My amateur thoughts are and keep in mind this is my limited guess on the oklahoma marketplace is:buy house 60-80K. invest 0-15K remodeling and simplifying the home.

Install ceramic tile in all areas that have linoleum (bathrooms, kitchen, laundry)?

I would like suggestions on which incorporation vehicle is best for me in Florida  I currently have a FL LLC to use for making hard money loans or flipping properties.  

So hopefully I can incorporate their goals  with my own goals to build my rental portfolio. 

I appreciate the feedback @JR Nieman , I am currently at $80/sq ft for the basic fixtures, granite countertops, vaulted ceilings, laminate wood, ceramic tile.

Same for ceramic but still figure AT LEAST 10% for edges, more if the areas are chopped up.