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Without experience or a proven PM company this is a foolish idea. 

If cash if tight to purchase furnishings, some companies off "Buy now, pay later" options or smaller lines of credit can be relatively easy to get from credit cards that offer an initial term of 0% financing.

Go to their company's website and read their profile. 

Is it worth getting a property management company to do all the work for me?

The bid provided by the general contractor is then reviewed by both an appraiser and the construction company to ensure it's reasonable.As renovations get underway, the appraiser assesses the property's value as the work progresses, ultimately determining the home's After Repair Value (ARV).

Has anyone here used this company and this software platform?

I get it's family but I would do it like a typical PM company.

Most foundation companies and structural engineers do not sign off on us raising the foundation due to the high damage risk and the cost associated with it.

I'm assuming you're looking to self manage, otherwise, you'd just hire a reputable mgmt company in the area.