Selections can feel like a never-ending checklist… until you understand the order, the why, and the trade-offs. In this episode, Josh sits down with Heather Barry, Project Coordinator at Dueck Builders, to unpack what really happens behind the scenes of the selections process — and how homeowners can stay excited instead of overwhelmed.

You’ll hear how early decisions (like windows, cabinetry, flooring, and plumbing) ripple into later choices, why lead times matter long before there’s even a hole in the ground, and how a phased selections approach keeps the build moving without rushing homeowners into regret.

Heather also shares the human side: why one person in a couple is often “visual” and the other isn’t, when decision fatigue tends to hit, how to recover from Pinterest overload, and why honest feedback makes everything smoother. If you want a home that looks cohesive, stays on schedule, and feels like you, this one is a must-listen.