There was a BP podcast where one technique was for the investor to get bids before purchase and then add those as line items to the HUD and get checks to the contractor issued at settlement (with the investor holding them until project starts or designated draw schedule).

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You guys have a great design eye.

Design fees?

If anyone has any recommendations on specific designers or retailers (local or online) for this look that deliver a good value, please let me know.

Thanks for engaging! 

Might be able to fashion a design with covered porches between rooms to present as a single building of 4 units or two building of 3 units each!   

I enjoy the process, from concept development through design and construction. 

The colors and design come in all styles.

One thing at a time here...STEP 1 (Understanding your value): First things first,it's SO important that you understand YOUR skillset, or maybe lack thereof in real estate before engaging potential business partners.