It's almost always cheaper to buy an existing house. When high mortgage rates make your stomach drop, don't think that building your own home will save you money. Building a house from the ground up is worth the extra cost only if you highly value customization.
12 Questions to Ask When Interviewing Custom Builders 1.How closely do you work with my architect and interior designer? Do you have experience building the style and quality of the home that I want? Can you tell me a bit about your estimating process? ... How long does it take for you to produce an estimate for my home?