It may sound nice to pay a 6% management fee but the extra fees can add up to be more than the other company that charges 10% with no additional fees.

While these vendors are typically reputable and skilled, you might not get the best price compared to shopping around directly.

Its why for all these folks who work with investors in some sort of syndication mode pre emptive REAL communications or reputation management is so critical and it appears many missed that boat and have allowed their companies rep. ( whether deserved or not ) Trashed.   

Also look for a reputable PM that specialized in sec8 program in cleveland the market as well, not every PM work with this program.

Almost every reputable lender is going to have a draw process for any lender funded rehab portion. 

I know that ideally, I reach out to my broker or any other reputable insurance provider to get a more accurate estimate.

 @Patrick Pan not all states take such measures, and you can ask a reputable tenant screening company in your area how that works.  

I like working with lenders who are familiar and reputable in the market you are investing in.

Any tips anyone can share on how to find a reputable and trust-worthy contractor and/or a lawyer who can write up less riskier work contracts?

I believe sometimes a bad experience is more reflective of the individual than the company.