This Quick Tips episode discusses the three Don’t Do’s when it comes to contracts. Handshake deals are discussed to include the dooms and glooms of the contractor's proposal. Having the right contract agreement is critical. Entering into a bad contract agreement can lead to disaster. Listen to this episode.

You will learn the fundamental foundation of any renovation, remodeling or home improvement project ever built. The Golden Triangle (Time, Cost & Scope) gives you the knowledge that allows you to negotiate a fair price when discussing project tasks including changes in the scope of work.  If you fail to speak to Architects, Engineers, Contractors in the Golden Triangle language, start writing checks and give those Golden Showers. Listen to this episode.

In this interview episode of Build It Coach, Louis Fuqua reveals how he successfully renovated and remodeled a dated single-family home in Washington D.C. and transformed it into a modern paradise. Louis explains how he dealt with the difficulties of hiring and firing contractors and the details that surround modernizing a dated kitchen and bathroom. Listen to this episode.

This episode introduces the Build It Coach Quick Tip Series. These short podcasts are designed to expose you to important construction-related topics while the longer extended discussion is developed while you embark on your renovation, remodeling or home improvement project. Listen to this episode.

This introductory episode explains the goals, insights and advice that the Build It Coach (Dale R. Scriven) will deliver on a weekly basis. The discussion will include a summary of how important it is to be a good property owner so that you can achieve your dream renovation, remodeling or home improvement project without being ripped off and experiencing a mental breakdown. 

If you fail to plan, you plan to fail. Make sure you don’t put the "cart before the horse" when hiring a contractor. Listen to this episode.