Boom.I take this tact on many high priced or specialty or design items, like countertops, light fixtures, appliances, large glass or window replacements, mechanical anything, etc….Contractors have their preferred suppliers who they know and are reliable, but are not always the best deal.

We are a group and one division do wholesaling,  we buy from them all the time and Multifamily buildings too.

Mike,Under most Insurance policies for rented dwelling, apartment buildings, etc. that include Business Income or Loss of Rents coverage, it requires a covered loss. 

Our contractor said we should definitely replace the electric panel, but might be able to get away with using the old wiring.

I would greatly appreciate any recommendations for essential resources, such as websites, books, or forums, that have been invaluable to your own real estate investing journey.Furthermore, if you have referrals for trusted professionals in the DC metro area, such as contractors or property managers, I would be immensely grateful.If you're an experienced investor in this region and open to collaborating with an enthusiastic newcomer, I would love to connect and explore potential partnerships.Thank you for your support and advice.

It is slower, but it's proven to build real wealth.

Structurally look at the building itself. 

I am looking to get into Real estate investing/Wholesaling but I am still building my network and knowledge while playing soccer to make it Pro and going to school.

Too early to say whether the licensing and legislation/reform that's slowly being introduced across the country will clean up the perception but currently this is how many in the industry (particularly the ones you want to build relationships with) view the RE wholesale industry. 

And then shared that most people don't understand how much work it really takes to build up a portfolio.