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Seth Davis Diary of a Construction Business Startup
1 August 2019 | 27 replies
- Find the most useful accounting software (Freshbooks seems good so far)- Begin learning the PlanSwift estimating software- Research local real estate sales and land availability- Meet up with the accountant and get the business structure in place- Meet up with a family member who just graduated interior and structural design school and hash out a great floor plan- Get a few polos and t-shirts printed with the company logo and pass out to friends and family who have been supporting this endeavor3-6 Months- Meet with mentor and begin shadowing and learning the ins-and-outs of general contracting- Meet with plumber about partnering up for a spec build- Meet with realtor and begin searching for a great piece of land- Meet with lawyer and setup some of the more mundane boiler-plate contracts- Research local material companies, lumberyards, etc and begin setting up relationships for purchasing materials- Go to the county permit office and learn the processes and costs for applying for permits6-12 Months- Acquire a piece of land to build upon that has been soil bearing and perk tested, in a good location, and minimal tree/brush clearing if possible- Provide the architect with the floor plan and house design so they can stamp and complete the plans package (foundation, joist, floor, electrical, mechanical, side, site, roof, and detail views)- Finalize partnership with plumber and get contracts in place for how funds will be managed- Finalize partnership with mentor for sub-contractors and get contracts in place- Get a building permit!
Zachary Mroczkowski Wannabe Investor - VA Benefits - Illinois - Flip/Buy&Hold
15 October 2019 | 7 replies
They are not really designed to help with investment properties.
Linda Miller Need advice about my inherited home-Washington, DC
17 June 2019 | 12 replies
Part of this process is coming to an appropriate and complaint design, with zoning & code research, municipality filing and construction oversight to complete your project. 
Brittany B. Removing Cat Urine - Help!
17 June 2019 | 1 reply
Then put new pad and carpet.If the urine is on the walls, you have to wash them down with a vinegar or odor-neutralizer, preferably one designed specifically for cat urine.If there is urine on the walls, keep in mind it can drip behind the baseboards so you may need to pull those off.I would start with a black light and see if you can narrow down the damaged area or if it's the entire home that requires treatment.
Sky Cornell Can't afford a Triplex? Create one & Profit!
19 June 2019 | 2 replies
Lot layout design is everything here from separate entrances to fencing off areas.
Michael Brindley Land Development Opportunity
17 June 2019 | 2 replies
I am a design professional, my wife's a realtor, and we have already looked into planning the area.
Aaron Stuiber Assisted Living Center Milwaukee In Recievership
18 June 2019 | 2 replies
The property is already listed with another  brokerage but I'm looking to work with a buyer along with our designated attorney that has been able to provide very valuable details regarding the property. 
Jared Townsend Financing for two homes on one property
18 June 2019 | 4 replies
Comps may be difficult because they more than likely won't be similar in style or design, but that's how an appraiser and really any lender will look at it.Once you acquire the property, look into splitting them up, but be careful to note that there may not be comps for whatever type property you create. 
Jim Tassoni New Homes vs Renovating
19 June 2019 | 10 replies
If you use the home as a rental (out of necessity because the homes won’t sell or by design), the cost to move and setup the home is the responsibility of the community owner.  
William Coet Sources For Older Style Linoleum Patterns
18 June 2019 | 1 reply
They are designed for commercial use and therefore can take a bit of abuse.