We are in the process of installing a manufactured home on the 5-acre lot we purchased in April 2023.
It feels like it’s taking forever!
We bought the land about a year and a half ago, but it was covered in dense trees and brush. It’s taken all this time for my husband, Rudy, to clear enough space to finally place the house.
Because of our finances, we decided to do the work ourselves. And by “we,” I mean mostly my husband.
Rudy has been at the property every other weekend with his chain saw and tractor, tackling trees and clearing brush. However, when it came to removing the stumps, we realized we needed professional help. That’s when we hired Excavator Mike—literally a Godsend!
In the meantime, we sold our home in South Florida in July 2024 and bought a new manufactured home from Clayton Homes in Valdosta, GA, in August. They are building the home in Remington, TN, and we expect it to be delivered next week.
Now that Rudy has finished clearing the land, a site prep company came in to lay the dirt pad for the home. Next, we’ll have the well company install our water system and the electrician set up the power. Finally, the septic company will install the septic system.
I’m not sure exactly when we’ll get the keys, but hopefully, it’s soon.
It’s a process that has reminded me of what starting and running a business is like.
Step 1: Know What You Need to Start
Starting a business can feel like our property project—overwhelming and filled with unexpected challenges.
First, you must choose your business structure (LLC, sole proprietorship, etc.), get a tax ID, open a business bank account, secure a domain name, purchase hosting, set up a website and email, and link everything to your payment system.
Then comes marketing—should you use social media, run ads, or create a newsletter?
What about designing a logo and business cards, attending networking events, and investing in educational webinars?
There are so many decisions to make as well as a never-ending to-do list!
Step 2: Don’t Be Afraid to Ask for Help
Like Rudy clearing our land, it’s tempting to try and do everything yourself when starting out. But sometimes, you simply don’t have the right tools or expertise.
When it came to removing tree stumps, Rudy realized he couldn’t do it alone—so we called in Excavator Mike. It’s the same with business. There are tasks you can handle yourself, but some things are better left to experts who can do them faster and more efficiently.
Step 3: Build Your Support Team
As our business grows, so does our need for help.
Just like we needed a well company, an electrician, and a septic team for our property, you’ll need to build a support network for your business.
Hiring the right help may take time and require financial investment, but it will be worth it.
I’m learning this lesson as I run my own business—it’s much less stressful when you have support.
And if you’re feeling overwhelmed with your business tasks, maybe I’m the helper you need.
Reach Out for Help when you’re ready to offload some of your work, I’d be happy to assist you.
Let’s connect and figure out how I can take some tasks off your plate so you can focus on what you do best.