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25 January 2025 | 7 replies
The Contractor is wrongly blamed for job over-runs when it is usually the clients fault.
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3 February 2025 | 8 replies
The main issue is that to do the ADU you have to spend so much bringing other items up to code like electrical, plumbing, lighting (windows) and egress.
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20 January 2025 | 32 replies
This is because I'm concerned that even though the things in the house I can see look great things like the electrical, plumbing, or the foundation may need major repair if not immediately relatively soon.
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5 February 2025 | 17 replies
Will you require a contractor estimate for the rehab?
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30 January 2025 | 11 replies
I recently relocated to Arizona, drawn by its rapid industrial growth, particularly in high-potential sectors such as semiconductors and electric vehicles.What I Bring to the Table:I have hands-on experience as a real estate agent during my college years and am currently exploring opportunities to transfer my license to Arizona.
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11 February 2025 | 0 replies
I want to do a bank statement loan(I’m an independent contractor)with just me on the new loan in Texas .
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10 February 2025 | 30 replies
It can certainly be done, but I'd recommend having a solid contractor on your team and holding a fair amount in reserves.
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17 January 2025 | 7 replies
(They claimed thousands for electrical using what appeared to be a fake electrical company, and they never had someone out to even check electrical beyond the general.)
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10 February 2025 | 1 reply
I would like to continue using my excavation company and network of contractors as a vessel to push deeper into this realestate thing.
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29 January 2025 | 2 replies
Hi Kwanza,Bay Tek (650-204-1512) would be a great starting point, but I’d also recommend reaching out to Adler Builders (650-398-9030) and Mission Home Remodeling (415-855-7269) for comparable bids.In San Francisco, you’ll need a licensed General Contractor (GC) to pull the necessary permits.