<span id="docs-internal-guid-ba8d6cda-7fff-0d7b-f7ae-88107046e382">[size= 11pt; font-family: Arial, sans-serif; background-color: transparent; font-variant-numeric: normal; font-variant-east-asian: normal; font-variant-alternates: normal; font-variant-position: normal; font-variant-emoji: normal; vertical-align: baseline; white-space-collapse: preserve]A benefit of this is that it can work for an ongoing project with plans that can change as construction progresses, as is the case with Cost Plus Contract Construction. The owner is responsible for paying both the actual project costs and a contractor fee. For instance, the property owner may require different materials, or additional work after construction begins. This contract can help this change to be easier to manage. But it's important to monitor all costs. Before hiring, homeowners should inquire about the cost of labor, materials and other costs involved. When communication between owner and contractor is open, it helps to reduce costs and maintain the project's progress.[/size]</span>