The Journey to Your Custom Home
Your custom home build deserves a comprehensive roadmap, not a patchwork of mismatched advice.
And that’s exactly what I’ve created for you.
WELCOME TO THE CUSTOM HOME JOURNEY AUDIO COURSE
where the process of building a custom home no longer feels like a daunting and impossible task, but an exciting and blissful journey.
This course is designed to provide you with the knowledge, confidence, and clarity you need to embark on this significant journey with ease and assurance.
Our 100% audio course is designed to provide you with a complete toolkit that will empower you with the knowledge and confidence required to bring your custom home dream to life – without the worry, stress, guesswork, and fear that so often accompanies this process.
When most people think of building a custom home, their mind goes to all of the decisions about flooring, sinks, and windows – and while those decisions are an arduous part of the process, that’s not even the half of it.
From the initial dreaming phase before you’re ready to start to finding the perfect piece of land, and from choosing the critical players who will help you bring your dream to life to the construction of the house, this course is here to answer all of the questions you don’t even know you have yet.
Hi I’m Angela
…and I’m thrilled to be your guide on this incredible journey to your dream custom home. I’ve walked this path myself, and I understand the challenges and rewards that come with it.
Building a custom home is a unique endeavor, one that most people will never experience. But if you’re here, it means you have what it takes, and with this course by your side, you don’t have to go through it alone.
Once upon a time in Texas, my husband and I lived in a cookie cutter house in a stifling subdivision that was rapidly sucking the joy out of us. We knew that our next step was a custom home on acreage so we could experience more nature and freedom in our great state.
Our dream eventually came true, but not without hurdles, unexpected expenses, and a two-year delay. I’m here to share everything I’ve learned to make your journey as smooth, positive, and seamless as possible.
ABOUT THE COURSE
Our course is unique in that it’s a 100% audio format, making it accessible, convenient, and easy to integrate into your daily life. You can access the course content via a private podcast feed right on your smartphone, allowing you to learn on the go, making it perfect for busy individuals who want to make the most of their time.
100% AUDIO
FORMAT
EPISODES
15-MINUTE
EPISODES
COURSE CONTENT
The Custom Home Journey Audio Course is carefully organized into 4 phases, each covering crucial aspects of your custom home building journey. From the initial dreaming to the final stages of construction, our course content has you covered. Get ready to embark on this exciting journey with knowledge and confidence. Explore the course content below.
PHASE 1
DREAMING
When you’re not quite ready to start, but you know a custom homebuild is your dream and goal. I help you understand what you can be doing now to set yourself up for success in the later phases. Trust me, there’s a lot that will have to happen all at once, and the more you dream and think NOW, the easier it will be later on.
- How My Home Building Experience Is What You Need
- The #1 Thing That Will Get You Through This Process
- The First Draft of Your Floor Plan
- How to Start Choosing the Look
- The Timeline of Your Home Build
- Dividing and Conquering Responsibilities with your Partner
- One Final Note Before We Start Planning
PHASE 2
PLANNING
There are a lot of decisions that need to be made before you can start the process, from the land and the house plans, to the builder and the bank. Dealing with all of the humans involved is a LOT, but this course will help you navigate the intricacies of those decisions with confidence.
THE LAND
- To Purchase Land Now, or Later?
- A Guide to Buying Dirt
- Where to Place Your House on Your Lot
THE DESIGN
- The Second Draft of Your Floor Plan
- The Difference Between an Architect and a Home Designer
- Should You Let Your Builder Design Your Plans?
- Tips for Working With a Home Designer
- Major Design Selections to Decide Early
- Design Decisions: Living/Great Room
- Design Decisions: Kitchen
- Design Decisions: Bedrooms
- Design Decisions: Bathrooms
- Design Decisions: Laundry Room
- Design Decisions: Mud Room
- Design Decisions: Office
- Design Decisions: Outdoor Spaces
THE MONEY
- How Much Will My Custom Home Cost to Build?
- How Much House Can You Afford?
- How To Cut Costs In Your Build (If Needed)
- How to Build a Cash Reserve
- One-Time vs. Two-Time Close Loans
- How to Choose the Right Lender
- Real Talk About Interest Rates
THE BUILDER
- REALLY Understanding Cost-Plus versus Fixed Price Builders
- How Many Homebuilders Should You Consider?
- Key Questions to Ask Your Homebuilder
- How To Choose the Right Homebuilder for YOU
- A Behind-the-Scenes Review of the Homebuilders We Considered
- Things You MUST Know Before Requesting a Bid from a Homebuilder
PHASE 3
PRE-CONSTRUCTION PREP
When it’s “go time”, but you aren’t yet breaking ground on the construction just yet: this is likely the most overwhelming phase because you are juggling a lot of moving parts in a very short period of time, such as an interim home, and making a final decision on your homebuilder and lender.
- The Interim Home Dilemma
- When to Apply for a Mortgage
- When to Request a Bid from Your Homebuilder
- Types of Insurance When Building
- Preparing to Manage Your Home Build Budget
PHASE 4
CONSTRUCTION
And then finally…you break ground and you’re in the building and selections phase. The super exciting phase that is primarily managed by your builder, but in which you have a bewildering amount of decisions to make.
- The First Things To Do After Closing on Your Loan
- The Selections Timeline
- Using an Independent Inspector
- How Often Should You Visit Your Site?
- Things To Watch Out For During Construction
- How Construction Loan Draws Work
WHAT ELSE IS INCLUDED
Not only are you getting 50 audio episodes walking you through these phases and covering a range of topics, but you’re also getting a resource library to accompany the information to help you put pen to paper, such as:
- Room-By-Room Decision Workbook
- Cash Reserve Calculator
- Fillable Custom Homebuild Selections Room-by-Room Tracker
- Questions to Ask Your Potential Homebuilder
- Questions to Ask Your Potential Lender
PLUS...
An interactive Clickup task management template designed specifically for this process.
In one space of the tool, you’ll be able to track specific ideas and products for your selections. The other space will support you in keeping up with all of the moving parts during the construction timeline.
COMING SOON!
The Custom Home Journey Audio Course is coming to your earbuds soon! Join the waitlist to be notified once it launches AND to receive exclusive waitlist-only discounts!