Insights
Plain answers for owners
Short, practical notes for people building a private home.
When to Hire an Owner’s Representative: Before You Buy or Design
My honest answer to when you should hire an owner’s representative is simple. Before you buy the property, and before design starts.
“I’m Not Rich Enough to Make Cheap Decisions”: Where Spending More Early Saves Money
The cheap choice costs the least today. The economical choice costs the least over the life of the project and the life of the house.
How to Read a Pay Application: A Plain Guide for Homeowners
Still, I think every owner should understand what they’re approving. It makes the monthly money conversation a lot clearer.