Free resources
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Start here. These resources give you a clear picture of what the owner-builder path actually involves — before you commit to anything.
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Self-GC Starter Checklist
A practical overview of the decisions, documents, and systems you need in place before you break ground. If you're considering acting as your own GC, this is the first thing to read.
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Guides & articles
Practical reading for owner-builders
How to bid out subcontractors the right way
What to include in a scope of work, how to get apples-to-apples bids, and the red flags to watch for before you sign anything.
Understanding draw schedules and lender inspections
How construction loans work, what triggers a draw, and how to keep your lender happy without slowing down your build.
The inspection sequence every owner-builder needs to know
Which inspections happen at which phase, what fails them, and how to prep your subs so you pass the first time.
Lien waivers: what they are and why they matter
A plain-English explanation of conditional and unconditional lien waivers — and why collecting them at every draw protects you.
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