The economy goes through fads and changes. Markets rise and fall with new technologies and innovations, and entrepreneurs must always ask themselves if their pet project is capable of weathering forces outside of their control. However, some needs are universal, and people will always be in need of housing and dream of owning their own home. In this book, the author details the humble beginnings of his residential construction company and shows a blueprint for how others can find success doing the same while avoiding some of the pitfalls and missteps that he and his brother made on their own journey. From keeping a well-balanced budget and not getting in over one’s head to working with local and state governments on their restrictions and engineering requirements, this book lays out from foundation to finished product how others can make a living in this field.

Television shows and social media influencers can make the housing business and residential construction and renovation process look like a manageable weekend project. Thankfully, the perspective of a veteran in the field can help make expectations realistic without dampening the excitement readers might have heading into their dreams of new business opportunities. The ups and downs, thrills, and red tape are laid out here by somebody with decades of experience and who has gone before but still retains passion and excitement for homebuilding. While every locale and client will have their unique challenges and demands, there is more than enough information here to get someone started on their venture and answer common questions that will either arise or may not immediately come to mind in an initial business plan. This guide accomplishes the difficult feat of helping to make starting a business as exciting as it might look from the outside looking in.

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