Where To Spend and Where To Save

Hello! This is Episode 371, and I’m joined once again by HOME Method member, Ben, to talk through the big milestone of choosing his builder and stepping into the pre-construction phase of his project. 

If you're navigating your own decision-making process or weighing up quotes, builders, or final selections, this conversation is going to be incredibly valuable.

[For all resources mentioned in this podcast and a free, downloadable PDF transcript, head to www.undercoverarchitect.com/371]

Ben was first on the podcast back in Episode 352 and Episode 353, sharing how their project began, and taking us through the decision to put pause on the project, and spend time redesigning to help the project align with their budget expectations more effectively.

(The links for those episodes are here >>> www.undercoverarchitect.com/352 and www.undercoverarchitect.com/353 )

In this latest episode, Ben shares how he and his partner, Mike, chose between two builders after over a year of due diligence, the surprising insights they discovered when comparing revised quotes, and the steps they took to ensure their contract, scope, and selections were clear and locked in before construction began.

You'll also hear how they approached their communication with the builder, how they handled their mechanical services, and the way they've structured regular site meetings to support a smoother experience during the build.

This is such a great example of what it looks like to apply what we teach in HOME Method in real life: removing assumptions, documenting clearly, asking the right questions, and building a relationship that supports both sides of the project.

Remember, if you’d like to grab a full transcript of this episode, you can find all of that by heading to www.undercoverarchitect.com/371.

Now, let’s dive in!

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