I suggest using BiggerPockets' "Find a Lender" tool to find a reputable hard money lender. 

Good morning, I have a pretty reputable contractor that I have a bid with on a project and I asked him if I can buy my own materials which would save me on the mark-up.

Looking into Kin and they are highly reputable and I see many satisfied customers.

Find a reputable house inspector and he should be able to find the cause.

If you hired a reputable attorney to handle the foreclosure, there are title insurance companies that would write a policy because they know that a qualified attorney handled it.Getting the property at 16% is a huge red flag.

I know a reputable CPA who focuses on real estate and actively participates in REI himself. 

Does anyone know any reputable assisted living management companies that serve NJ or Philadephia? 

My main advice is: if you invest in preconstruction, focus only on the most reputable developers who have experience in your local market!

Very slimy realtor here locally with a poor reputation.

Hi Elizabeth, two reputable GCs in my network focused on the greater Chicago area are (i) Real Restoration and (ii) Construction Cycle.