Our mission is to bring clarity, strategy, and seasoned oversight to significant home renovations — protecting investment value and guiding homeowners through complex decisions with confidence.
HIH Advisory - Protecting Homeowners During Major Renovations
Independent oversight for kitchens, whole-home remodels, and architect-led projects in Portland, Lake Oswego, and the West Hills.
Home Investment Hub provides independent owner representation and renovation advisory for significant residential projects throughout the Greater Portland area. We specialize in the planning requirements of premier homes in neighborhoods such as Lake Oswego, West Hills, and Dunthorpe — helping homeowners protect their equity through expert project evaluation and independent oversight.
Helping homeowners evaluate bids, align project scope, and protect long-term investment value.
Renovation Planning Resources
Private Planning Library
Smart Renovation
Struggling to compare your renovation bids?
Takes less than 2 minutes
Not Sure Which Contractor Bid to Trust?
Compare your renovation bids and identify missing costs, vague scopes, and hidden risks — in minutes.
Quick Bid Check:
☐ Scope Alignment Check
Are all contractors bidding on identical structural and finish specifications?
☐ Allowance Reality Check
Do appliance and fixture budgets reflect realistic, high-end selections?
☐ Project Contingency & Fees
Are permits, inspections, and change-order pricing clearly defined?
Start with a quick self-check before comparing bids:
The 2-Minute Bid Sanity Check
Before you commit to a renovation project, ensure these critical items are clearly defined in writing.
Complete Bid Evaluation Checklist
☐ Scope Alignment
All contractors are bidding on identical structural details and finish specifications.
☐ Allowance Integrity (High-End Fixtures)
Appliance, plumbing, and fixture budgets reflect realistic selections.
☐ Change Order Pricing Structure
Clear, predefined costs for mid-project changes and unforeseen site conditions.
☐ Permits & Municipal Requirements
All city-specific fees and requirements accounted for.
☐ Demolition & Site Protection
Detailed scope for debris removal and protection of existing finishes.
☐ Line-Item Pricing Transparency
Granular breakdown of labor and materials — not lump sum pricing.
☐ Payment Schedule Structure
Milestone-based payments tied to verified progress, not arbitrary dates.
Most bids appear similar on the surface, but small omissions can lead to major cost increases during construction.
Independent Renovation Bid Review & Advisory
I provide independent, owner-side guidance to help you evaluate contractor bids, uncover hidden risks, and make confident decisions before committing.
Jeff B
Founder & Managing Director
Home Investment Hub
Independent Owner-Side Advisor
Oregon CCB#230570
Specializing in high-value residential renovations
Proudly serving homeowners in Lake Oswego, West Linn, Hillsboro, and the greater Portland Metro area.
15–30 minute consultation to review your project and next steps.
What I Look For In Your Contractor Bids
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Scope Gaps: Missing items that lead to costly change orders
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Allowance Realism: Budgets that don’t reflect true material costs
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Pricing Structure: Vague or lump-sum pricing that hides details
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Structural & System Risks: Gaps in plumbing, electrical, or structural assumptions
Small gaps in a bid today can turn into major cost increases once construction begins.