Architectural drawings, L&I permit fees & a zoning attorney if a variance is needed for this type of build will be 15-20k on average.

@Dave FosterPerfect Dave; your explanation sums up what I believed from past experience.This particular property was held for over 6 years, had architectural plans drawn up and was partially remodelled.

We want to house hackBut student loans won’t let usWe’ll get there one dayI sell real estateI manage one propertyI rather syndicateI love real estateAnd I love architecture At least one builds wealth

@Remi Oguntoye I will continue to work as an draftsman at an architecture firm.

I am a Texas (Houston based) architectural designer and wanted to expand my network in real estate and investing.

Here is some information I received from a lender in NJ let me know if anyone has any other information:VA Renovation Talking PointsPrimary Residence Only – Purchase & Cash-Out RefinanceProperty Type Loan Amount Min Credit Score1 Max LTV/CLTVStandard1‐4 Units ≤ $453,100 Minimum credit score 600 Max LTV/CLTV 100%High Balance1 Unit $453,101 ‐ $1,000,000 Min credit score 620 Max LTV/CLTV 100%Super Max1 Unit $1,000,001 – 1,500,000 Min credit score 660 Max LTV/CLTV 100%Eligible Property Types 1‐unit attached and detached SFR, PUD 1‐unit VA‐approved condominiums¹ 2‐4 units 1‐unit (double‐wide) manufactured home –eligible forlimited renovation product only Modular homes¹ Site condominiums in MI are treated as SFR.VA Limited RenovationNo minimum repair amount and maximum repair amount $35,000.00 including all costs Repairs must start within 30 days and be completed within six (6) months Maximum of 2 draws (Initial and Final) with written approval from the borrower at each disbursement Initial disbursement to cover the lesser of material cost or 50% of bid Final inspection and title search required for final disbursement  10‐15% contingency required (15% required when any utility is non‐functioning) Properties that require the following work items are not eligible for financing under the Limited VA Renovation Program:o Major rehabilitation/remodeling, such as the relocation of a load‐bearing wall; o New construction (including room additions); o Repair of structural damage; o Repairs requiring detailed drawings or architectural exhibits; o Landscaping or similar site amenity improvements; o House is uninhabitable at close of escrow o Any repair or improvement requiring a work schedule longer than six (6) months CONTRACTORS MUST HAVE A VALID VA BUILDER ID VA Standard Renovation  Minimum repair amount is $5,000; no maximum.

@Derek Cheng Landmark Architectural Design is a full service firm with in-house expediting service that handles these types of applications routinely, and handle from start to finish.

My name is Pablo La Torre, and I have recently graduated from a BSc in Architecture.

What are the drawbacks to not paying for the architectural specifications?

I've read blog post and articles of people who are planning to move back to Chicago, I can understand why, the architecture of the city and, what I think is the suburbs (Humbolt Park, East and West Garfield, North and South Lawndale) is unbelievable and the Greystones are absolutely beautiful, but, what is the deal?