One way to save some money, especially if you are local is to split the job. 

I'd say three months on the short end to six months on the long end.Oh!

We run a background check to look for drug distribution charges and sex offenders3.

Any contractor recommendations or lender suggestions for short-term financing?

It's a very murky water between Private Money and Hard Money. 

He will make all the money.   

These platforms often come at a cost, but they give you a lot more detail than the free tools available online.As for MLS access, if you’re not a realtor, one option is to network with local agents and ask if they’d be willing to run comps for you.

Seamless Project Execution – A well-run design process minimizes downtime.

.✔ Run a full background check – Criminal history, judgments, and liens can reveal risks that a credit score won’t.✔ Look deeper into financial patterns – Ensure their income deposits are steady and align with what they’re reporting.A credit score alone doesn’t tell the full story, and given the bankruptcy, closed accounts, and self-employment, extra due diligence is needed to make the best decision. 

Where to put money also depends on the return, were you planning on putting in 20k and then have the property appraised and refinance to get that 20k back out?