Design-Build vs. Owner's Representative for Churches
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How the design-build model works
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What design-build does well
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The question nobody in the room is paid to ask
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What an owner's representative changes
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Can you use both? (Yes - and when you should)
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Questions to ask any design-build firm before signing
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[Placeholder closing paragraph wrapping up the guide. To ensure your church has an independent advocate reviewing every number and contract, learn more about our church owner's representation services.]
Min Kang, CCM
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