My husband and I are ready to build our dream home. My husband will be attending classes on contracting. As a suggestion, do apply for a loan for alittle more than you need, for run-overs, if you don't need it great, but if you do, it is available.
Many lenders are cautious about allowing the borrower to act as their own contractor.
It will be helpful to demonstrate the ability to successfully act as your own contractor by showing well documented bids from subs that will be working on the house. Remember a huge percent of one time self contractors are easily cheated out of thousands of dollars, end up with inferior quality construction, and turn their lives into a shambles because of their attempt. Before posting a message, please be sure you are in the appropriate category. No advertising is allowed on HGTV's message boards. Do not post messages that blink, scroll, or contain wingbats, colors, or large fonts.