I have seen them (Lowes) pay for a whole set of kitchen cabinets that weren't up to par because of the manufacturer.

The walls were very close to Casual Khaki, Sentimental Beige and in the house with white kitchen cabinets, Spun Wool.  

-buy cabinet doors bumpers. gift to neighboor and tenant-alternative option: buy a 1/2 box of donuts. talk with building engineer (@John Anderson: the shortest path between point A and B is a straight line. going to HOA (as you know already) is the 1,000 miles path)

In two months when they come back and tell you the cabinets  were $1,000 more than expected I would want to know what the initial estimate was and you will be shooting in the dark if it's not itemized.

They want security that you have the down and enough to cover the holdings costs and what you'all need for deposits on materials like cabinets/counters/appliances until your bank draws kick in.

I had to do a decent amount of work yes - I needed to overhaul the plumbing, stain the kitchen cabinets, replace vanities, install appliances, and redo a couple of doors and light fixtures.

granite and cabinets direct.

Cabinet installs.

We are looking to buy kitchen cabinets wholesale but are having a difficult time.

The Quick Recipe We Used in Our Kitchen-Light Quartz Countertops-Porcelain Mosaic Backsplash (in a complementary color)-With Dark Wood Shaker Style Cabinets (for contrast)-A Fabulous Shiny Faucet (for pop)-Color Pendants (for more Pop)-Stainless Steel Appliances-Vinyl Floors (yes, vinyl!)