I doubt any bank will correct open permit or violations since they sell properties "as is".

You only get one chance to meet with the contractor before he writes a bid for the scope of work and cost which is submitted to the lender.

To me it only makes sense if their bids are lower than the other contractors that already build in their margin to the quote.

To me it only makes sense if their bids are lower than the other contractors that already build in their margin to the quote.

To me it only makes sense if their bids are lower than the other contractors that already build in their margin to the quote.

I think Wayne is correct when he suggests "The Buyer looking at or making an offer in another property is irrelevant."

@Aaron Garrison - Good for you for making some life corrections!! 

I just got a bunch of bids for a small roof leak and found American Classic and Grand Rapids Roofers to be the most competitive.

You're absolutely correct and you should do your vetting of the PM company before you refer someone over to them especially when you're getting paid a fee. 

@Julia ParslowYou are correct that the contingent deferred sales charge may not apply if you have had the annuity for a certain number of years; however both federal, and depending on your state of residence, state taxes will apply if you take a distribution.