Sounds like eXp would be a good fit.

Is it worth missing some deals while I work on finding and interviewing GCs and pick one who is a good fit, or does it make sense to put a deal under contract if one comes up before I've got a good GC?

You're in a pretty large club if that fits your situation.

As for the other items it really depends, does the area demand better fit and finish, do market rents support the expenditure?

Hi all,New Investor, still searching for that deal that fits my criteria. 

I would say interview a few agents, get references, and work with someone who you have a good fit with.3.

But remember that everything is about fit.

There are so few properties that are going to fit the criteria you're looking for that if you narrow an area down you'll probably never find anything.  

This is on top of his lunch hour.These are the types of people that fits the profile of the guy you're looking for.

I will search for deals that fit your criteria and not settle for less.