We are good at investing* and wouldn't consider ourselves the best contractors.

Quote from @Brandon Blackmon: @Bruce Woodruff 100% the answer I'm looking.... a solid GC, has a 20-25% markup to I would for sure know going into this that these are private companies and they can set their own fees. 

For this reason, I teach people to set policies for renting to unrelated individuals.

Consider adding gutters and extensions versus french drain.

Here are a few options to consider:- A percentage of net profits: - A fixed fee: - A combination: Perhaps a smaller fixed fee plus a percentage of profits.

Personal Name for PurchaseLLC Loans: Loans for LLCs usually come with higher interest rates and stricter terms because they’re considered commercial.Personal Loans: If it’s your first property, buying under your personal name might be easier and get you better terms.

Hi @Konstantinos Lembesis When Settling on a market develop some metrics that you can not only measure the market you are interested in but others that you havn't considered yet. 

It’s a great way to add value to a property without putting a ton of money upfront, and it can set you up for financial success in the long run.Has anyone else done a similar renovation project or used a gift of equity in their deals?

One thing to consider is there is no guarantee of building equity in pre-construction.

For me, what was talked about above is nowhere near close enough for me to judge or provide an opinion on someone as just because someone changes their name (we have done it several times for different entities) or someone could be co-gp or LP in a deal but not in the limelight) does not immediately set off my radar of "omg this person is not legit or a scam artist".