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What Is General Contractor?
A general contractor manages a renovation or construction project end-to-end — hiring and coordinating subcontractors, pulling permits, and overseeing the work to completion.
Most useful for: Homeowner · Real Estate Investor · Fix-and-Flip Investor
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