Show Notes
Welcome to episode 53 of The Enthusiast Lab! In today’s episode, we dive into the key questions we ask a builder before considering if we want them on our panel of builders. We explore everything from timelines and pricing to design options and more. We cover: Admin and Construction Timeframes: What are the typical timeframes for both admin and construction? Plus, how do guarantees and terms play into this process?Price Hold Guarantee: We break down how price hold guarantees work as well deep...
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