In some markets, a two-story home and a one-story home can be comparable; in others, they’re not.

I think so many things in my life I "fear" or "avoid" simply because there is an element of unknown there, and that very quickly gets into a "failure" type space mentally for me. 

Compare accidental deaths to accidental deaths Care to explain how the stats weren’t “honest”?

Here's a https://www.irs.gov/businesses/cost-segregation-audit-technique-guide-chapter-4-principal-elements-of-a-quality-cost-segregation-study-and-report to the IRS website noting specific items that are included in the cost segregation study report. hmm, that website is a 404 error.  

You generally need permits when you’re touching:Electrical - i.e New breaker box panelsPlumbing - i.e removing cast iron pipes and replacing with PVCHVACStructural elements (walls, beams, load‑bearing anything)Roof workAdding square footage - i.e addition to the home or conversionAnything that changes the home’s layout or safety profileThose items can impact insurance, inspections, and liability, so pulling permits protects you long‑term.Cosmetic work usually doesn’t require permits, like:PaintFlooringCabinetsFixturesTrimAppliances (unless rewiring or re‑plumbing is needed)Another thing to factor in is your exit strategy.

The two riskiest elements of a standard Flip or BRRRR are the mortgage and the contracting. 

Trades seems to bewell compensated but they are not, unless they own the business, compared to good skills with high compensated degrees.  

Unfortunately you can only compare prices beforehand.

That way, you reduce liability exposure, preserve important warranties and risk shifting elements of the project and still capture some cost savings without taking on the full risk of acting as your own builder.

The January 2026 report from the Austin Board of REALTORS® reflects a typical start to the year, with lower sales activity compared with last January and continued price softness across both Austin and the greater metro.