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What goes into the price of a home?
One of the reasons I like Open Book is the complete transparency contractors share with their clients. If you are contemplating an Open Book (also known as Cost Plus) agreement, these are types o...
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A home reflects who you are and what you value
As I sat down to write a few words, I read through a few of my saved articles for inspiration, and this article from Oprah’s website written by Winfre...
Read MoreFixed Price Contract, Part 2 - Allowances
Part 2 of Fixed Price Contracts, Allowances
As a customer, you may want to know how much something costs the builder. With a Fixed Price contract, generally, the Owner doesn’t have the contractual ri...
Read MoreDoes it matter if I like my builder?
Choose a builder you like, trust, and respect
"If a builder has a good reputation, does it really matter if I like him?”
Yes, it matters. Don’t sign a contract with a builder you don’t like, trust, ...
Read MoreImportant Elements of a Contract
A contract can help set expectations on both sides
When you are sitting down with your contractor to finalize the home you are building, they will most likely bring a contract for you to sign. Ma...
Read MoreContracts without a fixed price, Part 1
Contracts without a fixed price, part 1Cost Plus, with or without GMP, also known as Open Book
Cost Plus with No Gross Max Price (GMP)
Cost Plus with No Gross Max Price (GMP), commonly called "Cost ...
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