Of course I kept all the material receipts and paid my father and the handymen but I did not hire a contractor so I do not have proper invoices but only receipts...I probably spent around 60 to 80k for the rehab but even if I could fully deduct the expenses the capital gain would be still very stiff...A friend suggested I should reinvest right away and do a 1013 exchange to defer capital gains and another friend mentioned to reinvest through RealWealth Network.

I need an agent, lawyer, lender and contractors.

Keep in mind, unless you pay the contractor to live there during renovations, your upgrades will probably get stolen while they work on the place.

(e) Electrical lighting, outlets, wiring and electrical equipment which conformed to applicable law when installed and are maintained in good working order.

My first deal is going to be through creative financing / sub 2 and was wanting some advice on who I should have on my team ( Contractor, Attorney, Title Company, etc).

Any suggestions for contractors?

This is for architectural work only, and does not include the work of the other consultants (structural, mechanical, plumbing, electrical, etc.).So without having any other information but these several sentences from this architect, what is the best way to evaluate the offer from an architect?

I make sure to check all smoke detectors, sinks, toilets, electric, etc.

First, I commend you for taking that first step in your real estate investing career, and that is reaching out on BiggerPockets.To answer your question, I would sign up for your local real estate investment club in your area and network with a few contractors and renovators. 

Does anyone in the Memphis area have any good recommendations for a good residential contractors?