A lot of that has to do with the fact that I draw from much older design models than many renovators... the houses I work on are either older (1950's) or designed to look older (Neo-bungalow/victorian crossovers).All that means is that while I have certain design modes I try to follow (No horizontal tile surfaces, for example), the houses I work on generally each tend to require something unique to the house.Example, the neo-bungalow we built most recently has a craftsman/early Victorian crossover trim package that incorporates both simple door and window casing with very craftsman-looking pediments, and cove molding which is a very early-Victorian thing to do.

I also always incorporate principal paydown when a home is performing well.

I would agree with those who have said to: not put ANYTHING on the internet (you said you've changed your name and other identifying information); and also, seek your own counsel, and if you can't afford it, you need to really communicate with the counsel your insurance carrier has provided.I won't go into graphic details, but I will say (as someone else alluded to above); people can seek whatever amount they want to; however, that does NOT mean that's what it will settle at.

One thing worth noting (this is probably regional) is that the assessed value gives you the tax amount to incorporate into your projected costs, but in some areas that number will be adjusted as soon as the property changes hands.  

I have not yet incorporated, however my wife and I already have a name selected.

Elance, odesk Fiver, or similar sites can help you with graphic work and creating sites logos etc.Check the FIlePLace here under the resources tab for contracts.

(I was actually born in San Jose)   I considered doing that style on the house we are doing in Capistrano Beach, but since we are incorporating a rooftop deck, it wouldn't work. 

Jedidah:There are many situations where it makes sense for a Canadian, individual or business, to operate in the U.S.A. via an incorporated entity (LLC or C corp) rather than directly or via an LP.  

He incorporated green elements into the property, and made a good profit on it too ;) Hopefully the meetups will be consistent.

@Rod Coleman"Rod Coleman or assigns" should work, although I address my ability to assign the contract in a special provisions sheet I incorporate into the contract.