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Money

Budgets, quotes & prices have you spinning? Let's help you make some dollars and sense of it all.

This course empowers you to set a solid foundation for your home project by helping you get clear on your vision and the overall process. Understand what’s possible, what’s not, and how to navigate your project with confidence from start to finish.

Money Mindset

Overview & What to Expect

How are you going to navigate the hardest part of your home project? We're deep-diving into this typically taboo topic, all around one thing- money.

Overview & What to Expect

How are you going to navigate the hardest part of your home project? We're deep-diving into this typically taboo...

Budget Breakdown: Project %

From renovations and new builds, to small and large homes, I reviewed 6 various project budgets and what they had in common will shock you.

Budget Breakdown: Project %

From renovations and new builds, to small and large homes, I reviewed 6 various project budgets and what they...

Accounting for Unexpected Costs

Accounting for unexpected hidden costs is actually really easy. The only thing is… no one really does it. Learn how to account for unexpected costs and take the financial stress out of your project.

Accounting for Unexpected Costs

Accounting for unexpected hidden costs is actually really easy. The only thing is… no one really does it. Learn how to account for unexpected costs and...

Accounting for Unexpected Costs

Accounting for unexpected hidden costs is actually really easy. The only thing is… no one really does it. Learn how to...

Money Myths & Misconceptions

There are several myths that homeowners may believe contribute to their new home or renovation project going over budget. Let’s debunk some of the most common ones.

Money Myths & Misconceptions

There are several myths that homeowners may believe contribute to their new home or renovation project going over budget. Let’s debunk some of...

Money Myths & Misconceptions

There are several myths that homeowners may believe contribute to their new home or renovation project...

Real Reasons Projects Go Over Budget

Now that we have the myths out of the way, let’s talk about the REAL reasons new home and renovation projects go over budget.

Real Reasons Projects Go Over Budget

Now that we have the myths out of the way, let’s talk about the REAL reasons new home and renovation projects go...

Your Dollars & Sense

Construction Mortgages & Draws

In this lesson, we break down how construction mortgages work, including the process of mortgage draws and managing them effectively.

Construction Mortgages & Draws

In this lesson, we break down how construction mortgages work, including the process of mortgage draws and...

Expenses of a Home Project

Before you start construction, it's crucial to understand the range of costs beyond just materials and labor. This lesson covers often-overlooked pre-construction expenses, potential "extras" and more.

Expenses of a Home Project

Before you start construction, it's crucial to understand the range of costs beyond just materials and labor. This lesson covers often...

Expenses of a Home Project

Before you start construction, it's crucial to understand the range of costs beyond just materials and labor. This lesson...

Understanding Your Contractors Budget

When you receive your budget from your contractor, it can feel overwhelming. This lesson breaks down the three key elements that should be included.

Understanding Your Contractors Budget

When you receive your budget from your contractor, it can feel overwhelming. This lesson breaks down the three key elements that should...

Understanding Your Contractors Budget

When you receive your budget from your contractor, it can feel overwhelming. This lesson breaks down the three key...

Estimates, Quotes & Bids

The terms "estimate," "quote," and "bid" are often used interchangeably, but in construction, each refers to a specific pricing model with big differences. Let's clarify what each mean and when they're used.

Estimates, Quotes & Bids

The terms "estimate," "quote," and "bid" are often used interchangeably, but in construction, each refers to a specific pricing model with big...

Estimates, Quotes & Bids

The terms "estimate," "quote," and "bid" are often used interchangeably, but in construction, each refers to a specific...

Contractor Pricing

Contractors can charge for their work in many different ways depending on the project, industry standards, and their particular business model. Here are the most common ways contractors charge for their work.

Contractor Pricing

Contractors can charge for their work in many different ways depending on the project, industry standards, and their particular business model...

Contractor Pricing

Contractors can charge for their work in many different ways depending on the project, industry standards, and their...

Questions for Your Contractor

Asking your contractor the right questions about the budget can help you make informed decisions, avoid surprises, and maintain control over your project's financial aspects. Here is a list of key questions to ask.

Questions for Your Contractor

Asking your contractor the right questions about the budget can help you make informed decisions, avoid surprises, and maintain control over your...

Questions for Your Contractor

Asking your contractor the right questions about the budget can help you make informed decisions, avoid...

Your Budget Spreadsheet

Now onto the fun part! Let’s get you set up with your very own Budget Spreadsheet so you can track and compare your contractors budget with what is being spent.

Your Budget Spreadsheet

Now onto the fun part! Let’s get you set up with your very own Budget Spreadsheet so you can track and compare your contractors budget with...

Your Budget Spreadsheet

Now onto the fun part! Let’s get you set up with your very own Budget Spreadsheet so you can track and...

Your Project Money Review

Pre-Project Money Review

We believe that you should review your finances and budget often. We encourage our homeowners to do a pre-project, mid-project (at lock-up), and post-project money review. This is your Pre-Project Money Review.

Pre-Project Money Review

We believe that you should review your finances and budget often. We encourage our homeowners to do a pre-project, mid-project (at lock-up), and...

Pre-Project Money Review

We believe that you should review your finances and budget often. We encourage our homeowners to do a pre...

Mid-Project Money Review

We believe that you should review your finances and budget often. We encourage our homeowners to do a pre-project, mid-project (at lock-up), and post-project money review. This is your Mid-Project Money Review.

Mid-Project Money Review

We believe that you should review your finances and budget often. We encourage our homeowners to do a pre-project, mid-project (at lock-up), and...

Mid-Project Money Review

We believe that you should review your finances and budget often. We encourage our homeowners to do a pre...

Post-Project Money Review

We believe that you should review your finances and budget often. We encourage our homeowners to do a pre-project, mid-project (at lock-up), and post-project money review. This is your Post-Project Money Review.

Post-Project Money Review

We believe that you should review your finances and budget often. We encourage our homeowners to do a pre-project, mid-project (at lock-up), and...

Post-Project Money Review

We believe that you should review your finances and budget often. We encourage our homeowners to do a pre...

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