204: Choosing a General Contractor for Your Next Multifamily Real Estate Deal with Ira Singer

There’s A LOT that goes into a multi-family deal from concept to close — which is why so many real estate investors decide to work with a general contractor. But be warned, not all general contractors are created equal, and choosing the right one can be the difference between your project going good or bad. So, how do you find a reliable team that will get the job done properly? That’s what today’s discussion with Ira Singer is all about! Ira is principal of Mosaic Construction — a full service design-build firm specializing in commercial and multifamily renovation. For more than 25 years, Ira has worked with multifamily investors and owners across the US to add value or reposition their properties. As a self-proclaimed “project junkie”, Ira’s responsible for leading new business development, construction, production and the management of trade partner and vendor relationships. In our conversation, you’ll learn about the role and responsibilities of a general contractor — and the major benefits to working with one. We dig into the best fee structure to use, major mistakes to avoid with subcontractors, and why relationships are the key to succeeding in the real estate industry. Whether you’re looking to do value-add improvements to your apartment buildings, mobile home parks, and self-storage units OR you’re planning a new build, you won’t want to miss my interview with Ira Singer!