Ideas for materials sourcing?

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Where do you buy materials for fix and flips in Charlotte?  BP users say "check local suppliers" but it seems we end up at the big box stores every time. We flip north of the city, so far first time buyer level homes.  Not many options locally accept for Lowes and HD.  Specifically looking for big ticket items like granite suppliers, flooring, appliances, HVAC installers?  Any recommendations appreciated!

Curtis Waters · Answer

You can get much of this info at local investor groups.  In the Hobby Millionaire Charlotte meetings (find on meetup.com), we have a section on each meeting for needs & wants.  You can network with other investors for this info. Meetings multiple days each week.

Other than HD & Lowes, you can also use Builders Supply in Pineville and Surplus Warehouse on Independence Blvd.  Surplus Warehouse even has prefabbed granite!!

Account Closed · Answer

Good info everyone thanks! Added to the toolbox...

Chris Puckett · Answer

@Amy Prosser you can also check in with Metrolina Real Estate Investors Association.  They have a huge network all around Charlotte with several sub chapters in Concord, Mooresville and elsewhere.  My experience has been that those folks will be glad to help.  Thats where i got my start.

Amy Prosser · Answer

Thank you so much for your responses, Andrew and Curtis! I guess I just need to look into a meeting in my area!

Andrew Peters · Answer

I would say google it, to see who is around your location.  I live in the country outside of Charlotte, but was able to find a granite supplier, customer cabinet maker, and a flooring store that was not a big box store.  One thing to keep in mind though, a lot of the big box stores are cheaper on the surface but they get you with the little odds and ends.  The smaller stores I used for my house remodel did a better job, cheaper, and their customer service was excellent.

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