For the contractors, there are always going to be ones that have you already saying yes to stuff and will just continue to send crazy change orders, and when they do that is when you stop the project and go elsewhere. 

Our goal for the projects we flip and the projects we design for other investors is to figure out how to get the same look at a fraction of the price. 

A good designer and architect are key for a successful project like this and keep in mind these aren't cheap.There's a lot more details to consider, feel free to DM me for more details.

Its a good thing they profited, because projects can go south sometimes and then that really hurts.  

Anyway, here I am many years later, a senior myself at 71, and living in Redding, CA, and thinking of doing a senior project. 

Curious, did you ever start your project? 

We decided to outsource major tasks such as septic installation, plumbing, heating, and carpentry, while handling smaller projects ourselves—a decision that proved beneficial.

You will also need to vet out contractors in the area to ensure you that they can stay on top of your project and will do what they say.

Rtp nova project - all principal at risk (failed project)?

When you start to do a lot of projects, 50% is a lot of money to go out when you are scaling, finding deals, and doing all the other footwork.