Successful flippers are:- Building relationships with reliable contractors- Ordering materials well in advance- Being strategic about which renovations will truly deliver ROI Regulatory EnvironmentRecent changes to Phoenix building codes have emphasized:- Stricter energy efficiency requirements- More rigorous inspection processes- Additional permits for certain types of renovationsBe prepared for longer permitting timelines than in years past.Financial ConsiderationsThe financing landscape has evolved significantly:- Hard money lenders are offering more competitive rates (7-9%) than the 12-14% seen in 2022- Several Phoenix-specific investment groups have emerged that pool resources for flips- Traditional lenders now offer more renovation loan products tailored specifically to the Arizona marketThe Bottom LineThe Phoenix market in 2025 offers solid opportunity for house flippers who approach projects strategically.

That would be the best move for you to find good contractors and reliable ones for your projects.

It's also how I started when I moved here in Columbus OH from Portland OR.As for property management, honestly, it depends on your time and interest level.

Offered 3k in holding and moved quickly What was the outcome?

A skilled property manager understands tenant segments and their behaviors, which helps attract reliable renters.

Sometimes, the more old-school approach like posting on local community boards can help you find reliable tenants.

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Long time lurker and consumer of real estate investing podcasts, books, and other information from BiggerPockets that just closed on my first investment property - a duplex house-hack.   It's all been a whirlw...

If anything they are even more reliable.

Online Banking and IntegrationsIs the online banking platform user-friendly and reliable?

*Soon after, I will be moving to the South, where I will purchase a relatively moderate-priced home (less than $350,000), likely a single-family, possibly a duplex.~ I will most likely purchase the first home (multi-family) using a bridge-DSCR loan combo or a FHA203K (3.5-20% down).