Being a self employed tile contractor I cannot predict exactly what I can save.

Sure you can do the deal with a contractor or another investor, but then your renter/buyer pool shrinks in size. 

We are looking for good contractor references in the Bay Area, since the unit we are moving into needs a new kitchen and some structural work in the back.  

If you quality you will enjoy the benefits such as large contribution limits up to $61,000 per year, exempt from UBIT tax on leveraged real estate, ability to invest tax-free using Roth sub-account and more.

Also, I want to know whether a contractor is telling me the truth.

While investment groups are good, I also recommend you also schedule lunch/beer/coffees with a range of active professionals across the spectrum: brokers, title, CPA, small contractor, attorney, etc.  

If you'd like more resources, the ones I've enjoyed are below:PodcastsEpisode 108 - Grant Cardone...

I’ve never seen a property rehab a fire damage house.Does the normal general contractor come out and draw up an estimate for repairs or is there a special person?

These are contractors, realtors, PM's, and they come across deals on a daily basis.

hello everyone, i own a property in mentone ca. and Im looking at build a duplex behind of small house on the lot. would like to build three units but the property is on ceptic tank, which can be very expensive to add...