But I saw plenty when we were in Houston a while back.

So thanks to all of you for your input thus far.I know this will be hard work but is it really rocket surgery?

This isn't rocket science, just implementing things that have been field-tested a proven to work.

The area of Houston where the construction will be taking place is strict on pulling permits.

The Houston area market has been pretty good for me.

I am a newbie from Houston, TX.

And it's not some po-dunk MLS, this is Houston!

The location is in a desirable area of Houston and the DOM of homes in the neighborhood, at this price point are less than 60 days.So is it safe to venture out of the “70% rule”?

I will be having surgery in a couple months, at which point, manual labor will once again be feasible.I realize that basic construction is far from rocket science, but I did not grow up in a very handy household and I think that as a result of that, I am intimidated by carpentry, plumbing, electric, etc.

Texas markets like Dallas, Houston and San Antonio are good examples.