General Contractor/ Handyman selection

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General Contractor/ Handyman selection

Matthew Malen
Handyman · Austin, TX · Member since 2019 · 2 posts · 1 vote

Hey everybody,

I am just starting out in the Austin area as a general contractor/handyman specializing in kitchen and bath remodeling. I would greatly appreciate any tips and suggestions on networking effectively. Besides word of mouth, where do most of you turn to when looking for general contractors/ handyman services.

Thanks in advance

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  • Bonnie LowPro Member
    Lender · Asheville, NC · Member since 2016 · 1k+ posts · 1k+ votes
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    @Matthew Malen investors will thank you if you show up at local REIA meetings! This is a great place for networking and EVERYONE is looking for a reliable contractor. It's a great way to get referrals, too. Don't be afraid to bring a portfolio with photos of some of your work!

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  • Matthew T.
    Investor · Springfield, MA · Member since 2010 · 277 posts · 84 votes
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    @Matthew Malen. I agree. Local landlord associations are a great way to network. I would also check on local investing facebook groups. I have found a few contractors that way.

    I would also reach out to real estate agents and offer your services to them. I have got many good contractor referrals from agents they have done work for.

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  • Jordan MoorheadBusiness Member
    Real Estate Agent · Austin, TX · Member since 2015 · 5k+ posts · 3k+ votes
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    @Matthew Malen I really only get referrals

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  • Ryan KellyBusiness Member
    Real Estate Broker · Austin, TX · Member since 2018 · 1k+ posts · 1k+ votes
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    @Matthew Malen I’m always interested to connect with quality handymen here in the Austin area. Feel free to share any samples of your work.

    [email protected]512-674-5478
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  • Jarrod Covey
    Lender · Austin, TX · Member since 2018 · 241 posts · 136 votes
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    @Matthew Malen - welcome to Austin, this is a great market for your skillset. A lot of renovations happening throughout the Greater MSA. I connect investors to trades all the time, would love to connect

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  • Matt StricklenPro Member
    Investor · Austin TX · Member since 2020 · 227 posts · 152 votes
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    I have newbie investors who are dying to pick the brains of contractors. 

    https://www.biggerpockets.com/...

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  • Rick Reeder
    Member since 2019 · 124 posts · 95 votes
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    I see a lot of requests for contractor referrals on this Facebook page:

    https://www.facebook.com/group...

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