With the help of the agent we negotiated a list of needed updates to an older apartment building for electrical and plumbing retrofits to keep up with more modern standards.

The other (better) developers know they can sell by themselves and don't want or need to pay outrageous commissions to get their deals marketed.So basically, you're getting a discount on a purposefully engineered overpriced retail price.

I'm looking to build a 2500 sq ft two level ecofriendly single-family home which incorporates natural surrounding into the design, I'm trying to figure out what my cost should be for architectural plans: elevation, floor plan, mechanical, plumbing, electrical, etc.  

One thing to look for is whether the units are separately metered for electric - if they are then the conversion was probably done above board.As far as location thats going to depend on your budget.

In my scenario, some of the upgrades are electrical and plumbing, which I cannot do, thus I have to pay for the labor.

Just wondering if anyone who have dealt the similar situation and have any recommendations on local engineer firms and contractors who have experience in this kinda project.Thanks ahead!!!

If this was a huge dump of a home that was built in 1890 and needed completely new mechanicals (electrical and plumbing) then I would actually consider it and exchange it for a home that is newer (modern layout, newer mechanicals)good luck

The real estate sector is undergoing a significant transformation driven by the twin engines of technology and sustainability.

Make sure you factor in long lead time items in your build (electrical panels have a 14-week lead time right now). 

After signing up, they then reached out about requiring an electrical and plumbing inspection.