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Build vs Buy a House in 2026: The $150K Equity Truth
Ruben's math on buying versus building the same house in 2026, walked through the way we look at it as builders.
What we cover
- What buying an existing house really costs today
- How building the same house works out on cost and equity
- The builder fee structure we tell owners to look for
- The tax rule on primary residence gains and how it fits
- Whether building is the right fit for you before you start
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