I mean, they make a lot more money than the average person and they pick and choose their assignments/contracts.

Several of my STR investor clients here in Colorado have used a designer, and they generally pick a few statement pieces that they spend money on and then go with FB marketplace  or even IKEA for smaller items. 

Picks up again around March.3) What are current DOM Trends?

Read the note forums here, you'll pick up a lot of information, I have tons of posts and @Dion DePaoli does as well and so does @Dave Van Horn .:)

My permits are ready for pick up and it’s been 13 months since giving 5 percent deposit.

I've been lucky to meet more interesting and experienced people who are willing to pick up the phone when I have questions and work together with me.

We were so bummed about starting over with a new lawyer after the one we worked with for months told us they decided to close down, but luckily the new lawyer we picked is fast and aggressive.

In addition to that they are having to pick up and deliver the materials. 

So far, the lots I have picked are much higher priced than what would be acceptable in the program - still hunting!

If you're going to self-manage you should definitely pick market(s) that you are familiar with.