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re: How much do you typically save from Building your own house?
Posted on 1/3/11 at 3:18 pm to GIR
Posted on 1/3/11 at 3:18 pm to GIR
quote:Candidly, in this environment it may cost you 10%-30% vs pre-existing construction. On the other hand, as someone who's built a couple of homes, I can tell you custom design is a blast. If you're organized, know what you want, and are willing to put in a little time, you'll love the result. We have.
What I mean is buying a lot and getting a contractor whom has built houses in this particular neighborhood to build it for me. What percentage is normal to save on the value of the home?
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Posted on 1/3/11 at 3:53 pm to NC_Tigah
Subs don't have to know you aren't a contractor. And, a good way to make sure they do a good job and don't cut corners is to withhold payment until they fix the stuff you need them to fix. You wouldn't pay a car mechanic before he fixed your car would you?
Posted on 1/3/11 at 4:26 pm to aaronb023
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And, a good way to make sure they do a good job and don't cut corners is to withhold payment until they fix the stuff you need them to fix.
I'd rather write 100 checks than one.....same here, pay a little at the time. Some of my subs want payment at the end. Some want draws during the construction.
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