Another Good Resource

I found another good book that helps you learn not only helps you talk knowledgeably with your subs about the construction process but also helps you with the project management process. I've read several books to get ready for this project, and this is only the second one that stands out for me: The Complete Guide to Contracting Your Home

I'm only about a third of the way through it so far, but I like the way it's organized. There are three main sections: concepts (legal, financial, estimating, house planning, etc.), step-by-step project management, and an appendix with many checklists and worksheets.

The book is as much a workbook as it is an information source. I recommend it for anyone building for the first time.