After meeting with a number (like 8) different contractors the quotes i got back made the deal, not a deal (i think). 

So yes, get a good General Contractor and have him bid it specifically to what you want. 

Sha we expressed to you the reason we wouldn’t let you have your contractor go out because these are wholesale deals and we are only allowed 1 walkthrough per our contract with the seller.

You may have to search a bit for the right contractor or engineer - sometimes I see one solution dominating in an area - "that is how we always do it" 

Hi Kwanza,Bay Tek (650-204-1512) would be a great starting point, but I’d also recommend reaching out to Adler Builders (650-398-9030) and Mission Home Remodeling (415-855-7269) for comparable bids.In San Francisco, you’ll need a licensed General Contractor (GC) to pull the necessary permits.

Other than that, the NMLS specifies no restrictions on the matter. not sure its NMLS who actually regulates it NMLS is just licensing registration I think its still the states that regulate..thats why you need  a MLO in a certain state then register with NMLS if you have a MLO..

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