I need someone to come out twice a month and do a basic cleaning/sweeping, occasionally cut the grass, etc.Any referrals would be appreciated.thanks, lenny

However, even after being in the game for 5+ years and cutting down costs a lot, for example there is a "Home Depot" warehouse 2 hours away, everything is 50 percent off store price, if not negotiable).

Because of this I would have to cut the pre-fab shower wall to the window.

Toyota, Honda, or some old piece that you could trade Grass Cutting for the summer and a Carton of smokes for, at some point or another may need a jump.

Find ways to cut down your living expenses and get a second job to increase your income. 

You are cut off from participating in something that people with money can.

In the previous example I just cut the tree down and had roto rooter clean the line out one final time.

You could probably also forgo the garage below, which might cut out some of the cost (though not as much as you think), and also use a more cost-effective builder.

Many contractors try to cut corners to make the most money possible for their company, but that is not always what is best for you.

Have a kitchen remodel I'm planning on my personal residence as well as having an egress window cut out for a bedroom addition.