And there aren't enough to go around (a deficit of some 3 million units by one economist's count).I completely agree with you that multi-family new construction may be a big opportunity for the foreseeable future, and we may gradually see the detached single family home lose some footing as the icon of the American dream.I never said "build more single family homes" (though admittedly that may have been the gist of one of the articles I referenced).

Have been trying to get in the game for awhile so I currently have no experience but I consider myself knowledgeable enough to get my foot in the door.

It comes in 10 foot sections, costs approx $2.50 and you can cut it into exactly 8 pieces.  

I'm going to put in low end stainless appliances,  and I found  granite at a pretty good installed price, $52 a square foot.

A small manufactured house would be a sound place to live but those who want a 100 square foot backyard trailer parked on someone's property is asking too much.

I just had a 1600 square foot duplex quoted out for vinyl siding at $6700.

Does anybody have a decent plan for an 800 square foot 2 bedroom cottage with loft?

It sounds like you are off on the right foot.

Hi all, I'm curious to know how much construction costs per square foot in San Mateo (94403) for basic construction. 

@Rick Santasiere, I'm thinking New Haven county would be ideal to get my foot in the door, but if there's a good deal else where, I'm all in to take it on.