Resources for Construction Education

[Drew Steusloff]

Hi Everyone,

As I move forward on my investment journey, I'm always looking for new ways to expand my knowledge. Right now I have one buy on hold property I purchased in October 2020 that I am currently House hacking . It is my goal to procure another property by the end of this year. Based on market conditions, I am planning to begin an off market direct mail campaign in the Fall focusing on distressed properties for potential BRRRR. That being said my construction knowledge is limited and I'm looking for a way to educate myself so in the mean time. Does anyone have any books or courses they would recommend to get a better understanding of construction mean and methods. As always I am sure experience is the best teacher, but I do not want to get into something without enough foundation to be successful. Let me know your thoughts?

Thanks,

[Mike Schorah]

@Drew Steusloff

Coming from the residential construction industry (home improvements... worked in the industry for 5 years... half of my family works in residential construction and my uncle is a longtime general contractor)... as you can expect, nothing beats experience. I've seen failed homeowner projects that had me scratching my head... there is a certain type of humor in the construction industry where we can't help but to laugh at these projects. 

With that being said, Home Depot 1-2-3 or the Lowes instruction books are great ways to start. They're how I learned the step-by-step instructions on how to do things. YouTube videos are even more helpful. Home Depot and Lowes hosts workshops, but I think the best way to get knowledge without direct experience is by taking some type of part-time evening class at a technical school. It might run a few hundred bucks or a grand, but I think it would be well worth the time and money invested. Good luck!