Custom Home F.A.Q. Below are found the answers to some commonly asked questions about custom homes. If you have questions not covered here, feel free to contact me. Does building a new home cost more than just buying a new one? How long does it take to build a new home? How involved can I get in the process? How is the home financed during construction? What are the advantages to building as opposed to buying a speculative home? I know how to use my share of tools. Shouldn't I contract my own home and save money? Do I have to find my own houseplan? How is the lot selected? Why should I use you to build my new home instead of someone else?