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Avoiding Regret: Common Custom Home Mistakes and How to Prevent Them

Building a custom home represents one of life's most exciting journeys—transforming your vision into the perfect living space tailored precisely to your needs. However, this dream can quickly turn into a source of stress and regret without proper planning and awareness of common pitfalls.

According to a comprehensive survey conducted by Houzz (2024), nearly 60% of custom home builders report experiencing some form of regret about their project. As real estate expert Sarah Johnson notes, "The biggest regrets typically stem from preventable planning oversights rather than unforeseeable circumstances" (Johnson, 2023, p. 12).

In this comprehensive guide, based on research from industry experts and professional organizations, we'll walk you through the most common regrets in custom home building and provide evidence-based strategies to avoid them.

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