I've used Andy Martin, Sandy Calder, and John South.

-Sandy

However I still very much like Vegas for some of the best if not best tax treatment all around in the US  and desert conditions IE no snow or hard freeze generally no soil issues  massive thunderstorms that ruin roofs etc etc.

Regraded backyard soil.

What kind of soils do you have?

Is it waterfront on piers or just sunken piers on land instead of foundation because soil is rocky?  

In your case the soil type and how common foundation problems are will make a big difference. 

yes, steel cutters and welders are a special trade but the structure can arrive pre-built and potentially just sit on concrete pier foundations if the soil and zoning allows.   

Checking with the departments one by one for each land listing that looks promising seems very inefficient.Regarding costs, i hear build costs of containers vs stick built being similar, but I had wondered if that is taking all aspects into consideration like build time, foundation and site prep requirements, etc. yes, steel cutters and welders are a special trade but the structure can arrive pre-built and potentially just sit on concrete pier foundations if the soil and zoning allows.

Hey Bigger Pockets,I just contracted a deal at 77k and the ARV is 204k, the house is small 1,200 square feet and needs to be raised 6 feet due to hurricane sandy.