If nobody is opposed to the project this will likely be a consent item meaning the PC members just okay it without further discussion and the project moves onto the final hearing with our Board of County Commissioners.

Done right the revenue can be astounding, especially if all possible rooms (LR/DR/laundry/rec room/library/etc) are rented. 

Be thrifty:Buy clothes on sale, look for second hand furniture, estate sales, cook at home and meal prep, rent books/movies from library- makes sure to check if it is a need vs wantContractor Bids: shop around, get at least three and make sure the scopes are the same.

. - its a shame that they don't teach how to live a financially healthy life in schools here in the "richest country in the world", but the internet, your community, and the local library are available to those who are willing to put in the time, set their ego aside, and learn.