Hi there - posting this up real quick as I have  a duplex with one unit vacant real close to the Air base here in town - LOTS of construction going on there and I was put in touch with a contractor who has a 3 year contract to do flatwork at the base.I showed the property yesterday to the business owner and one of his guys, and since I have been the most responsive and secondly my property is located about perfectly for what he's looking for, I think he may call me within a day or two to sign a lease.I've screened individuals/families etc for my rentals in the past, never a situation like this.I was given this referral from a contact/acquaintance at a local Building Supplier as he knows the guy and knew he was looking for housing -- he states he has known the guy for years and can vouch for his business/character -- I definitely trust the person who gave the referral as he has been a person I've bounced construction ideas, repair advice etc off of over the years.  

I am looking for recommendations on cabinetry suppliers, contractors and other resources suitable for an affordably priced "starter" or family home for this region.Thank you.

I find my GCs, subs and suppliers are much hungrier during the cold months. 

The types of people you will need are the ones you listed above but also roofer, window man, granite supplier, attorneys, accountant, bookkeeper, real estate agents, insurance agents and many more.

We want decent quality (plywood boxes), but it doesn't need to be fancy, just looking to update the kitchen for a good price.Anyone have any recommendations for a contractor they've used, or a cabinet supplier who can also do the install?

Title insurance won't cover that, you need to clear the taxes before any loan can be obtained for rehab and I wouldn't rehab a place with tax liens pending, involuntary liens have a way of discouraging others to get involved, contractors, material suppliers, lenders, not to mention that taxes may need to be cleared before a building permit might be issued! 

It`s in Matthews.Based on what I've seen in Atlanta, and assuming your area is similar (it's not too far away), $60/sf might be reasonable if you've done this before, if you manage the process yourself, if you have proven suppliers, if you're good at negotiating and if you don't run into any unforseen issues.I think $60/sf is unrealistic if you're hiring a builder. 

If you are ready to go all out not really care about pay, benefits and relocation, and be exactly in seattle, get with a contracting agency like aerotek out there and they will get you in somewhere fairly quickly with a big company or supplier in any industry than  seek out a something more suitable for your lifestyle. 

Also go down to your regular home depot or lowes or whatever the major home building supplier is in your area and price the windows yourself. 

-the do full due diligence on the builder (former client references, subcontractor and supplier references, contractor credit report, criminal background check, business credit report, drivers license and w-9)-they do a through pre-loan analysis of the project reviewing plans, budget, contract, appraisal, permits-after each draw inspection is reviewed, they make recommendations on if the bank should make the next draw-they ensure home is built free of mechanic liens