All Forum Posts by: Jared W Smith
Jared W Smith has started 27 posts and replied 657 times.
Post: Looking for an amazing GC in Westchester County NY
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Hello and welcome @Jacques Simon. Please elaborate on the type of work you are looking to be done. I have several connections for contractors but would like to hone in on the scope of work to give you someone qualified for it.
Post: NYC Real Estate Investors Morning Meeting
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Looking forward to it. Thanks
Post: Can Anybody Recommend An Architect
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You can start here to find architects in your area- AIA (American Institute of Architect) search page. Make sure to select California and single family type from the drop downs to narrow field. @Judy Rae
https://architectfinder.aia.org/frmSearch.aspx
Post: Can Anybody Recommend An Architect
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Originally posted by @Judy Rae:
I am planning on building a single family home in Studio City California. I already own the lot. Can anybody recommend an Architect that is not super expensive?
Expensive is relative... so it will be very hard to respond to this when others do not know the complexity of the design you will require for your property. You will inevitably interview various architects to gain insight on the process (which is huge) and you are comfortable with their style.
Post: Looking for Licensed Plumber in Westchester County, NY
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I've worked on many residential construction projects as an Architect throughout Westchester County including for my own home. Good luck on your process.
I will PM you contact for a plumber I've used many times.
Post: NYC Real Estate Investors Morning Meeting
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Originally posted by @Tzvi Ausubel:
@Jared W Smith @Carlton Wood thanks for replying! We’ll be sharing some links to BP deal analysi we’ve performed for your review. We’re looking forward to discussing how other investors evaluate deals, what metrics you use and markets you’re interested in. So please feel free to share a link to your own as well.
*this is not an offering, it rather educational to discuss at the meetup!
If you have any questions, please let me know!
Looking forward to it. See you then.
Post: NYC Real Estate Investors Morning Meeting
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I'd like to attend. Would love to meet with others. Thanks
Post: 203K Loan that closed and never should have. Need Help
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Are you trying to back out of the home purchase? or deal with how to get Reno completed? Bear in mind the due diligence in finding a requirement like this wouldn't be shouldered by the bank/loan. They do not know the local codes and requirements.
I'd advise a serious discussion with your architect, engineer and contractor on the options for satisfying the FEMA requirement. They may need to sit with code officials to iron it out. There may be more than the two options you mentioned. Or a variance for a comparable option the municipality deems as a resolution. @Danielle Ronin
Post: New apartment construction process
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Originally posted by @Seth Holmen:
Fees are typically based on project type, complexity, sq ft, construction costs & how easy the client is to work with... A percentage of estimated construction cost is fairly standard. This could range from 4% - 10%. The lower percentage is for lager projects $10M +. A higher fee is for smaller projects (less than $500k). There are too many variations that could make this increase or decrease based on project complexity.
As for comparing bids, you should start by providing the architects an RFP (Request for proposal). This is where you describe your project in great detail and what your expectations are of the architect. They will all bid off of the same information at this point. The should include a scope or work, what is included and not included. What the hourly rate for extras / changes would be.
It's often best for the architect to include MEP & Structural engineering in their bid since they are required to work directly with them. This will save you some headaches later if you select engineers the architects don't like. Alternatively, Design/build could be a good option for this type of project. Find a good GC and have their subs do the MEP engineering and work directly with the architect. This is where you will find the most cost savings.
I agree totally with Seth. I will add to this by saying you must also be comfortable with the architect you select. They must communicate well and understand your goals and project program.
Unless you are familiar with working with engineers then have your architect work with sub-consultants they are familiar with and include in proposal. The proposal should detail everything that will be completed for "$45k". From your description, it sounds as if your first architect doesn't believe you are serious about the project. Ask them their process because it's no walk in the park.
Post: Orange County, CA- Need a Draftsman
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Originally posted by @Dorothy Ma:
Daniel Siapin make sure your architect is on board with this, a lot of times architects won’t stamp someone else’s work because it’s their liability and insurance
Didn't see this before I responded but... ^what she said.