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Cape Coral, Fort Myers, and Lehigh Acres News and Updates


General Contractors "Overhead" & "Profit"
Most people don't understand the costs that go into "overhead" and "profit" for a GC. Here is a good summary: Contractor's Cost Estimation and Pricing The contractor initially estimates the hard costs, which include money paid out for labor and materials required to complete the job. These costs are then marked up to determine the bid price. The markup accounts for overhead and profit. Overhead and Profit Components Overhead This term refers to all the indirect costs of doing

Angelo Cario
Jun 30, 20232 min read


"General Contractor" vs. "Contractor
If you're getting into construction or home renovations please know the difference between hiring A "General Contractor" and a "Contractor" A general contractor and a contractor are both involved in construction projects, but there are some differences in their roles and responsibilities. 1) General Contractor: A general contractor is typically responsible for managing the entire construction project. They oversee the project from start to finish, coordinating all aspects of

Angelo Cario
Jun 18, 20231 min read


Why Cape Coral, FL is the Best Location for Your High-End Waterfront Airbnb Home
A Step-by-Step Guide to Building Your Dream Investment If you're looking for a great investment opportunity and are considering building a high-end waterfront Airbnb home, look no further than Cape Coral, FL. With its prime location in southwest Florida, Cape Coral is the perfect place to build your dream Airbnb home and generate a steady stream of income. In this guide, we'll take you through the step-by-step process of building a high-end waterfront Airbnb home in Cape Cora

Angelo Cario
Feb 19, 20233 min read


Things to Look for in a Custom Home Builder
While many people choose to build their own homes, most people lack the time, skill, and desire required to do it properly. If you are in the market for a new home, you may be wondering what to look for in a custom home Builder. In this blog post, we will explore some of the qualities that you should look for when shopping for a custom home Builder. Keep reading to learn more! What's the Benefit of Hiring a Custom Home Builder? Hiring a custom home builder has a number of ben

Angelo Cario
Feb 16, 20234 min read


What makes a good General Contractor?
At the end of the day, when one party is paying for a service, the party providing that service is in the 'service' business. That applies to general contractors as much as it does to someone waiting tables at a restaurant. Using this perspective to vet the team you build for a development project can considerably impact the job's success. This is particularly powerful when you're interviewing GCs in Cape Coral, Fl. There are some specific things that I look for when selectin

Angelo Cario
Jan 29, 20232 min read


Seeing some new shops pop up? Here's what's new to Pine Island Road in Cape Coral
Need some new ideas when going out for a meal in the middle of Cape Coral? From breakfast hotspots to shops that show appreciation for first responders while grabbing lunch, the intersection of Pine Island Road and Del Prado Boulevard is stacking up with brand new eateries for residents. Why is Pine Island Road getting so popular? With new businesses popping up one after another along the busy corridor, one might wonder why exactly is this particular corridor exploding. Stan

Angelo Cario
Jan 25, 20236 min read


Prospective client budget is a crucial aspect of our process
I always ask prospective clients what their budget is. 9/10 they answer that they don't know, because they don't know what construction...

Angelo Cario
Jan 23, 20232 min read


Build Your Own Paradise: Custom Airbnb Homes in Cape Coral
Get the keys to your own fully-customized Airbnb home with HomeQwest Development's turn-key packages in Cape Coral, Florida Building a...

Angelo Cario
Jan 23, 20232 min read


Cape Coral, FL Property Management
Leave the Day-to-Day Management of Your Property to the Pros: HomeQwest Realty Group's Full-Service Property Management Maximize Your...

Angelo Cario
Jan 23, 20232 min read
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