The Owner Builder

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Building your own home could save you thousands of dollars. The Owner Builder is an easy-to-understand, step-by-step guide for people who want to build their dream home in a financially responsible manner. From choosing a block of land to decorating the inside of the house, this book guides the reader through the entire building process. The authors share their personal experiences with photos of the building process in 68 steps. They include tips and hints on the approval process, construction ideas and how to avoid mistakes. They also uncover potential hidden costs, and offer other ways to save money if you don't have time to manage the construction yourself such as hire a project manager, which is cheaper than a contract builder.

Author Bio

Leeza Sipek is a full-time mother of two, who decided to share her building knowledge and experience with others. Leeza has worked in the building industry for over 10 years, as a Project Housing State Sales Manager, a design consultant and an owner builder. Prior to this she was a nurse, working in major public and private hospital systems for over 7 years.