For tax purposes, it's considered a reimbursement for property damage.

Ask the judge what criteria you have not fulfilled and if all is satisfied ask on record to have the eviction executed immediately and perhaps throw in a comment about failure to act providing damages.

Maybe try to ask around about their reputation if they're not a large, national builder and then go with your gut.

Have you ever had a pet cause more damage than the fees you've collected?

For a flip, you'll want to get a builder's risk policy, which covers the property during renovations, including any damage from fire, vandalism, or weather while it's vacant.

In the beginning I'd recommend using a reputable GC, as you become more experienced you may (or may not) want to manage your project.personally before interviewing GC's I'd educate myself on Michigan contractors license laws and requirements.

As Hurricane Helena went by, both of the roofs got damaged.

Unless it's obvious tenant damage you must fix things in the home. 

Another observation, bitcoin seems to be good for business and reputation.

The downside is if it gets damaged you have to replace the whole sheet.