We were very fortunate since most of the other homes we saw did need some kind of work and whatnot thus we needed to find a contractor as well.

Since the house was gutted in and out and the seller renovated it for more than a year it worked out for us to have a move in ready home.

I feel for those needing a contractor since it's as if you're at their mercy and they can pick and choose the jobs they'll accept. Good luck and best wishes.