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Find out how big is his crew, and how many projects he has going. Go and visit them and see if there's anyone working there. Ask to see the last 10 projects and try and talk to the owners of the properties, not only from the list he gave you. Talk to the salesmen at the lumber yard where he purchase materials and see if he pays his bills on time. Does he use lots of sub contractors? I use subs all the time and have a small crew of 3 that can do everything, but they mainly do finish work and cabinet making.
How extensive is the fire damage?
I would buy another house and if you can swing it, remodel the original home at a later date and sell it and make a profit. Again that depends on how badly damaged is the home.
Jeff
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