I do not pay a general contractor money for calling people for me.

What qualifies a contractor as being "investor friendly"? 

I’d suggest checking local investor Facebook groups like Cleveland Real Estate Investors or Northeast REI Network, people share contractor referrals all the time.

Once you hire a general contractor, it probably would not be legal for him to just hand a job off to another general contractor.

Account Closed looking for a contractor?

The transformation was huge — and it’s all thanks to my contractor, Leo Bravo.He does both interior and exterior remodels — from kitchens, bathrooms, and cosmetic updates to siding and roof work.

You should hire a handyman for stuff that requires a handyman (i.e, fixing locks, painting, minor plumbing work) and hire a general contractor for larger renovations that would require permits/licences/etc.Sounds like you know the answer...use both based on the particular situation.I'm in Chicago and use both on a regular basis.

We are dealing with this right now and a contractor that we have used for years . . . 100 stories. 

The licensed contractors are quoting redwood.  

As far as my current status goes, I'm living in NJ and I'm a licensed as a plumbing/hvac contractor here.