Budget 5%�10% of your land plus construction costs for post-construction items such as decor, furniture, and landscaping� these items are optional, but if you are planning to buy new furniture, landscape your yard or buy window coverings, it's good to have the money set aside ahead of time.
But determining whether it's more expensive to build a house from scratch or buy an existing one can be complicated. For new construction, a lot depends on the cost of base materials like lumber, labor costs and which finishes you choose, and inflation can impact your bottom line. Jul 21, 2023
Value Engineering Reducing Square Footage. One way to dramatically reduce costs is to just reduce the square footage of the entire home. ... Choosing a Stock Design. ... Reducing Lineal Feet of Logs. ... Opt for a Simple Roof System. ... Use Drywall on Interior. ... More Modest Kitchen. ... Don't Take a Bath on Your Bath. ... Avoid Change Orders.