Or alternatively your agent can connect you with a lender that offers a special product like a rehab loan (not all do) or is better with underwriting self employed individuals.

I also don't do the "landlord special" where everything goes a single color (trim, walls, light switches, outlets, ceilings).  

As noted, on your next contractor: license, contract, insurance/bonding verification.  

They might be planning a HUGE special assessment like they were in my community and that could lead to lesser cash flow, or a close to net zero cashflow like me.

I have a construction company based out of Idaho (River valley developments) we specialize in multi family real estate jobs doing anything from siding, roofing, new car ports, landscaping sprinkler work, ect!

I am an agent and investor in the Charlotte area and my team specializes in helping investors, specifically by BRRRRing properties so we can get the desired returns. 

Almost all are great REI specialized tax pros who work with clients all over the US. 

Pre-fill you gaps with a stiff 45-minute hot mud with a little PVA glue added to help bond and set your corner beads.

like should i get a consultation from a real estate attorney or someone who specializes in real estate tax laws etc?

You see there is a multitude of types of contractors—therefore, when you are soliciting contractors, it’s important you understand these different types and what they specialize in so you can get started in the right direction.For example, when you are looking for a doctor, you would narrow that search down to a specialty, like a cardiologist, general practitioner, or orthopedist.The same holds true when you are looking for a contractor.