Flipping in Philly - General Contractor Questions

[Brian Lomonico]

Hi All,

I am embarking on my first flip to hold in Brewerytown PA. I feel comfortable about the location/price however am concerned about the general contractor part of things. I am hoping the great community here can help!

- Does anyone have any recommendations on general contractors in the area?

- I am still narrowing down properties and would like to have a general contractor do a walk through to verify my assumptions. Is this a service all GCs offer and what is the cost?

- I have a full-time job in New Jersey and therefore will not be very hands on with the renovation. What type of time commitment should I expect to be needed?

Any other advice would be appreciated. I have heard many horror stories about contractors and it has raised some hesitation in starting my first flip. I understand there is inherit risk in flipping but am trying to learn as much as I can prior to getting into my first property. Any info you all can share would be greatly appreciated.

Thank you in advance,

Brian