Working with An Architect for RE Development

[Roselynn Lewis]

How does one work with an architect? would like to know if it is possible to do some preliminary work with an architect to understand the cost of my development for fund raising purposes.

How accurate would such an approach be?

Any other thoughts?

[Jon Klaus]

This is dependent on which architect you pick.  Many don't really know costs that well. Some are involved in more elements on the development project and will know prices.  However, every project is different.  Even the same building in two different locations can be different, and not just because of the lot. 

You can have an architect give you a design and then give it to contractors for bids.