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?

Lol, every single time I've decided to do the painting myself........about halfway through I am regretting it big time......my body hurts, it's mind-numbingly boring (I think that's why painters have the drinking/druggie reputation... :-)

This is a practice by some less than reputable companies.

It would just need to be a situation where they have great contact with the person doing that managing of the project (I.e. have known the person for years, great reputation, person has experience in flipping etc.).

Especially if they put in $35K, or what amounts to most of the then total of their liquid wealth.On the other hand, we saw experienced investors with really strong reputations scale from a few million to a hundred million, or, in some cases, literally billions of dollars, in AUM at the worst possible time between 2019 and 2021. 

I am still living in the past, where your word is your reputation and your reputation is your character. 

My cleaners take a video after every turn, my team goes in to check everything is good after cleaning and record salt and PH level logs and I have a licensed plumber who is in charge of maintaining plumbing, water heater, and boiler system with logs.

As I explore the neighborhoods in NW Philly, any suggestions on reputable agents with experience in those areas? 

They'll probably also want to be sure that you are competent to operate the property afterward, because their reputation is tied up in who they do business with, and it's bad for everyone if the property becomes devalued.

A warranty can bring peace of mind, especially if the tenant values quality and reliability.Here’s our rule of thumb:For budget-friendly rehabs: Used appliances from a reputable source can be a smart choice.