That gives you a professionals opinion with proof to take to the sellers.

I will be managing it from CA, probably with the help of a professional management co.

I would at least do that... see what you can see.Most lenders hire 3rd parties to verify work done then draw gets released.. at least I know Realty shares does this.And you have to when your lending to the general public like this.... these deals can go upside down easier than you think and 25 to 30% equity can get eaten up very quickly.. all those prime SF is a good place to be compared to other markets that are not as robust.. but I would certainly take a drive up.. maybe you will catch someone working on it and can walk in.

Professionals with decades of experience and very impressive track records do all the heavy lifting for you.

This is the W2 mentality: trade time for dollars.The entrepreneurial mentality is to trade dollars for time and hire the management out.

When you're ready, here are some good DO's and DON'Ts when getting bids:DOWrite out a detailed scope of work that outlines exactly what you want to do.Clearly define what (if any) materials you will buy and what the GC will supply.Get multiple competing bids.Check GC references, call past clients of theirs and possibly even ask to see their work.Closely analyze each bid and ask a lot of questions on things that are not spelled out.Ask each bidder for an anticipated schedule for the work to be completed.Ask each bidder about their desired payment terms.Sign a contract/written agreement with the successful bidder.DON'TWaste people's time if you're not serious about hiring them.Walk the job with competing bidders at the same time.Assume that all GC's will see the work happening the same way.Pay large sums of money in advance unless it's justified.  

Are there any mortgage professionals from AZ (or who lend in AZ) who do bridge mortgage loans on residential properties?

He is very professional, reasonably priced, and sends me very detailed invoices.

@Raj PatWe hired amanda han from keystone cpa.  

I should be there as I'm always interested in learning and to continue to better myself as a professional.