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Stop Pricing by Square Foot - You're losing so much money!

Stop Pricing by Square Foot - You're losing so much money!

Modern Craftsman

October 30, 202528m 57s

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Show Notes

Pricing by square foot is how budgets blow up. Tyler breaks down the real process—scope first, design up front, WAGs, SWAGs, and contingency noted so the numbers hold once you hit the job.

Show Notes: 00:00 Understanding client priorities and personal update 01:35 Consulting call and estimating process 02:54 Client communication and zoning variance 06:07 Budget creation and design iterations 07:24 Detailed budgeting and cost tracking 09:01 Handling unexpected costs and client communication 13:23 Scope of work and subcontractor coordination 17:08 Managing client expectations and budget adjustments 20:00 Pre-construction and design consulting 26:44 Contractor Coalition Summit and affordability

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