Vastu consultant for new builds and home buyers

Home buyers, custom home builders, small developers and real estate agents serving communities that value Vastu.

Fee per site visit or plan review, with higher fees for full new-build packages. Some consultants agree on referral relationships with agents, which should be set out clearly in writing.

• Strong Vastu knowledge applied to modern US homes
• Reading architectural plans
• Professional communication with builders and agents
• Building a local network

• Check your state and city for general business license requirements
• General liability and professional liability insurance are worth checking before visiting job sites
• Do not give architectural, engineering or design advice that requires a license in your state; check with your state licensing board
• Check whether paying or receiving referral fees with real estate agents is restricted in your state
• Be clear that Vastu advice is traditional guidance, not a guarantee, and that building codes always come first

Estimates put startup costs typically around $1,000 to $5,000, depending on your tools, insurance, marketing and how much travel you plan to do. Monthly revenue is typically estimated at around $800 to $4,000, depending on how many clients you win.

Check your state and city for general business license requirements. Avoid giving architectural, engineering or design advice that needs a license in your state, and check with your state licensing board. Also check insurance and whether referral fees with real estate agents are restricted.

You need strong Vastu knowledge applied to modern US homes, the ability to read architectural plans, clear communication with builders and agents, and a local network. Estimates suggest at least around 10 hours a week, with report writing done at home.