Episode 32: The 10 Biggest Mistakes When Building a Custom Home

Most people think the biggest mistakes in building a custom home are big decisions — but it’s usually the small ones that slowly push a project off track. Many problems don’t come from one big mistake, but from small decisions made too late or without the right information.

In this episode, we talk about the most common mistakes homeowners make when building a custom home, and how early planning, the right team, and better decisions can make the entire process smoother and less stressful. Remember, the best custom home projects are not perfect — they’re well planned and well managed.

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Episode Highlights

•       The most common mistakes that can push a custom home project off track

•       Why designing before understanding your real budget can lead to costly changes and delays

•       What can go wrong when your builder is not involved early in the design process

•       How late decisions, selections, and change orders affect your schedule and budget

•       Why planning early, building the right team, and clear communication keep your project on track

Links to Related Episodes:

• Episode 2 – Design to Budget
 https://tigtch.com/episode-2-design-to-budget/

• Episode 7 – Due Diligence: Buying Your Custom Home Lot
https://tigtch.com/episode-7-due-diligence-buying-your-custom-home-lot/

• Episode 9 – Contingencies
https://tigtch.com/episode-9-contingencies/

• Episode 6 – The Construction Schedule
https://tigtch.com/episode-6-the-construction-schedule/

• Episode 10 – Change Orders
https://tigtch.com/episode-10-change-orders/

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