But for $5mm or whatever investment, I would do that near me, versus afar.How much of a shave is the relative willing to give up on the price, to me is the deciding factor. 

Either a clean shave or very well-trimmed facial hair and haircut too.   

After some lessons, I believe I can shave off a month of time and about 30% in costs the next time around.

After some lessons, I believe I can shave off a month of time and about 30% in costs the next time around.

The right PM & project expeditors can shave off project time, and thus money. 

Or, on the other hand, you might have to shave the plastic spacer if it's too thick. 

State law in regards to real property, county use changes (Commercial allowed to have an ice cream shop or does that require a mixed use?).

By using your money, you assume the risk, but you also shave a good amount of money off your project. 

I'd much rather get a long term lease in place even if I have to shave off a few dollars and get that security.  

Room rentals are not necessarily going to draw the cream of the crop as far as tenants go, butyou don't need Cut throat Charlie sleeping 10 feet down the hall with his huge butchers knife.Just one of many: https://www.reviewjournal.com/crime/stabbings/roommate-argument-led-to-stabbing-las-vegas-police-say-1530454/Good Luck!