One thing I've done is called a supply place (non big box - stay away from Home Depot or Lowe's) and ask who they would recommend.  

You and I both know there is not much building in the area so supply will remain low. 

@Josh MillerEverybody watches sports, does not mean they are all professional athletes.

My lumber company taking me fishing  Hunting and sport tickets.. dealing with Agents  borrowers contractors title companies seeing a huge part of the US in my travels..

However, one thing is for certain, hotel valuations are hefty right now regardless if you buy or build, and there is a ton of new supply coming. 

How do I reimburse them for supplies and labor in a way that is still tax deferred?

-Madison proper, and the nice areas of Huntsville (Jones Valley, Blossomwood, etc) - simply because the numbers don't work well in these areas, limiting rental supply

Stop hanging out with your deadbeat buddies that spend all day drinking, talking sports, and otherwise wasting away.

Purchasing MHCs in neighboring states that have more business-friendly regulations could prove to be the key.And, of course, who can forget the good old cost-of-living and supply chain crises?

Supplies 16.