Agreed, reputation is key! 

Remember, reputation matters.

They are a big group and people I spoke with did say they have a great reputation, but the northeast mentality of wanting things done yesterday does not work in every market.

You should be able to find a reputable company for less.  

Lastly, you can use the find a lender tool up top of BiggerPockets to find reputable lenders. 

His primary mortgage was sold to a private lender in the early 2000s and he claims he had to give an explanation each time as to why he financed with a private lender with such poor reputation every time his credit was pulled.

Figure has a reputation for being a fast HELOC provider.  

Contact a reputable RE attorney in the area where the PM is located.

Make sure to check accurate ARV comps within 0.5 miles and get quotes from reputable contractors.

“Good” agents are the ones doing 90% of the deals and they’re mostly getting business by their good reputation, so their business will continue to grow and thrive even more now with less competition.