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Robert Lopez Labor Cost? Did I pay too much?
31 July 2024 | 13 replies
The main house is completed and as far as labor, I spent $40,000 on just labor and that includes everything from full gut demo to finishes.We are talking about a 4BD, 3BTH two story 2400 ft.² home with a bonus room.This was a full gut job, replaced…12 Windows (new construction)2 sliding doorsTook out all carpet throughout.Took out this ugly 2” thick tile from half of the downstairs portion.Removed popcorn throughout the entire houseTook one wall downA little framing workReplaced entry door 80” x 92”Drywall patchingSmooth drywall work50 recessed lightingAll electrical neededAll plumbing neededNew cement walkway instead of one walk to the front door I created two steps with two lights in each step.Install kitchen cabinets, excluding countertopInstall all three vanities3 bathtubs with one being a modern standalone tub in the masterAll tile work (bathroom wall & floor, kitchen backsplash)Installing of all hardware, faucets, showerheads, etcInstalled 8 single panel doors with hardwareAdding self-leveler after tearing out that thick tileNew LVP flooring throughout the entire house except bathrooms,all baseboards, trimsPainting the entire house, painting all the doors, painting the outside trim.Reframing the outside balconyReframing the fireplace to install new linear modern electrical fireplaceand they took care of the two trash bins.I mean, completely redone.The only thing that was not included in the $40,000 is landscaping, counter top cut and install and of course the ADU which I’m currently working on now.So my question for my fellow investors and contractors did I pay too much?
Evelin Negrete Starting a Midterm Rental
1 August 2024 | 11 replies
Jesse Vasquez gets into the topic of his B2B approach and how he talks to hospitals, construction companies, etc. to get contracts. 
Heather Morales REI Call Center
2 August 2024 | 39 replies
I had to continuously follow up on the status of this website and it took over two months for it to be constructed. - You stated that someone had a family member pass and I received a replacement that day.
Denise Evans Judicial Foreclosure of Alabama tax lien (the new system)
3 August 2024 | 27 replies
Mortgage companies, heirs, Bob's construction company that put a workman's lien on the property, Credit card company, etc etc... exception being local municipality liens ( grass cutting, demo etc.)
Devin James Buyers are still out there
31 July 2024 | 1 reply
Today, we secured contracts for two of our new construction homes in Palm Bay, FL.
Arya Chen Some Myth about Self Storage - Asking from someone never bough self storage YET
30 July 2024 | 13 replies
Construction costs have almost doubled in the last 4 to 5 years. 
Michael Keith 5 Main Reasons Why the Real Estate Market Won't Crash
7 August 2024 | 73 replies
This combined with the city's approval on a massive amount of construction spiked inventory, then crime went up, and then the rates went up.
Erin Silva Spreadsheet for Tracking Rehab Expenses
1 August 2024 | 35 replies
So as far as I am concerned, I can only speak to the rehab part, it is a little off or light, also it may be that I come from commercial/government construction sector, so that might affect my opinion.
Tim DiMario Brand New - In the Research Phase
1 August 2024 | 29 replies
For instance if you are handy or have an understanding of construction do flips.
Nick Benedick Rent to retirement
30 July 2024 | 16 replies
I like the new construction products they offer that seem to be in better locations with more upside vs some of the cheaper stuff in the midwest.