Building a home or investment property sounds exciting—until the mistakes start stacking up. In this episode, I’m breaking down the 10 most common (and costly) mistakes people make when building, from budget blind spots and design decisions to contractor assumptions and timeline traps.

These are the lessons no one warns you about until it’s too late—and many of them come from real projects, real dollars, and real stress. Whether you’re building your first home, a short-term rental, or a dream property, this episode will help you save money, protect your sanity, and build smarter from day one.

If you want to avoid expensive regrets and make confident, aligned decisions throughout your build, this episode is a must-listen.

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