In today’s episode, I’m joined by Will Whittaker - a construction expert and experienced builder - to pull back the curtain on what HMO projects really look like on the other side of the deal. What does a refurbishment or conversion look like from a builder’s perspective, and where do investors most often get caught out?
As you can imagine, I’ve got plenty of questions. I consider myself fairly experienced when it comes to buildings and refurbishments, but Will operates on another level entirely.
If you’re planning a refurb, a conversion, or an HMO project and you want to avoid delays, disappearing trades, and expensive surprises, this is an episode you don’t want to miss.
🎯 What You’ll Learn
- What a main contractor actually does
- How to plan contingency properly for older HMO properties
- The common site problems that catch inexperienced investors out
- Why cheap drawings and vague specs almost always end up costing you more
- How to structure contracts and payment schedules
- Why “too cheap” quotes are a red flag
- Simple cost-saving decisions that don’t compromise the end result
- How to find the right contractor through proper due diligence
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