I thought I might try to crowd source this information. What companies do you think are the best and worst new home builders in the DC area.  Ive been partial to Winchester Homes and Miller & Smith. Ryan & Ryl...

I've got a condo with a very poorly balanced HVAC, and it was built this way.  I posted a really involved post about my plans to remediate the problem, but I had a bright idea last night that may work.  Because this i...

My partner/hubby and I have rentals that we've self-funded or for which we've put down substantial downpayments for mortgages.  Now it's necessary to switch gears and find deals requiring little, if any, money of our ...

Hello everyone, and thanks ahead of time for your help and advice.  
 I'm looking to build a 2500 sq ft two level ecofriendly single-family home which incorporates natural surrounding into the design, I'm trying to f...

Hello Everyone,I have scrubbed through several threads and haven't seen anything that could help me.I am going to build my first two (investment) homes on empty lots that I own.  I am looking for general guidance for ...

I am an architect in Atlanta market and looking to change the way the I work with the current builders in the area. I want to drive better design, tighter (realistic!!!)budgets, and faster resales.

I am looking to ed...

Hi Developers, I have my eyes on three adjoining lots. There are several examples in the city where an investor bought a lot, had the custom design completed, and then marketed/sold at the "completed" price point - bu...

We are adding an ADU to our property as a potential Airbnb project. We checked zoning and it is good to go. We now need to start the permit process with the city but are unclear who to talk to and what to ask. Does an...

Our personal home was hit hard by Harvey (almost 7 feet of water for two weeks).  We are evaluating what we'll do next.  One possibility is doing a tear down and new build.  I would appreciate any recommendations for ...

I’m an infill developer / builder currently located near Toronto Canada. I’m currently building SF spec homes. However, I’m moving back to Texas and plan on building both SF spec homes and duplexes to hold long term. ...