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A $50 Crab Leg

October 9, 2023 by jensenhus75

. "The $50 Crab Leg Lesson: Avoiding Overpayment in Construction" During a family vacation to Bergen, Norway, many years ago, while searching for a place to enjoy lunch, we stumbled upon an outdoor marketplace teeming with vendors showcasing and preparing delectable dishes from around the world. Norway isn't known for its affordability, but with some careful budgeting, … [Read more...] about A $50 Crab Leg

Want Better Problems?

October 7, 2023 by jensenhus75

The Challenge of Custom Homes Many people aspire to own a custom home, but have you ever wondered if it's worth it? The truth is, opting for a custom home often means trading standard problems for a unique set of challenges, or to put it differently, embracing special houses can lead to special issues. If you currently reside in a typical tract home or any mass-produced … [Read more...] about Want Better Problems?

Discrimination in Construction – A Real Problem

September 18, 2022 by jensenhus75

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Discrimination in Construction - A Real Problem The number of builders that have turned a blind eye and allowed this curse to invade our industry is staggering. Every day, I see more and more examples of this stain on what once was a great profession and honorable trade. I’m not talking about racial discrimination, but rather our unwillingness or inability to no longer … [Read more...] about Discrimination in Construction – A Real Problem

What’s it Going to Cost?

September 11, 2022 by jensenhus75

What's it Going to Cost? I dunno. When your local mechanic quotes you $400 for new brakes and rotors, he knows how long the job is going to take and how much the parts cost. It's 2nd grade math. 9 out 10 times that is what you will pay, but if the bolts are rusted and the widgety thingamabob is bent, then he's going to charge you more. 10 out of 10 times in custom … [Read more...] about What’s it Going to Cost?

Are You Busy?

July 27, 2022 by jensenhus75

A very nice woman stopped by the Contemporary Farmhouse project in Sherborn today. After she drove on the grass to get around the 2 cars blocking the "do not enter the construction site this way sign" she popped out of her car and asked about the project and said she was in the market for a builder and wanted to stop by. We chatted for a few minutes and then she asked, "Are you … [Read more...] about Are You Busy?

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