Build Your House Yourself University

By: Michelle Nelson
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  • Summary

  • Wish you knew more about the biggest investment you will most likely ever make? Build Your House Yourself University (byhyu) will teach you to save money and make smart decisions about the construction of the place you and your family will call HOME. We will help you understand residential construction— simplify and demystify the design build process. You’ll come away with successful strategies for building your own house, with or without a general contractor. Become an educated consumer, even if you prefer to buy, rather than build a new house. Complex construction jargon and best practices will be explained in easy to understand terms. It’s not the typical DIY (do it yourself) show. You will learn how to MANAGE the labor, not DO the labor for your new house. Join me, Michelle Nelson, host and fellow informal residential construction student. I’ll share the research I find on home design and building as I prepare to build my home. Together, our community of future home builders, will learn the tips, tricks and trends of experienced contractors and industry experts. I’ll interview owner-builders and construction professionals. During our mini lessons, I’ll inform you about framing, flooring, windows, insulation, kitchen cabinets and countertops…almost anything having to do with new construction homes. You’ll hear about energy efficiency and green building too. There will be product reviews in which you will be introduced to cutting edge, as well as, tried and true products and services. And in keeping with the university theme, episodes will end with short, fun quizzes. If we do our due diligence BEFORE we start construction, we will actually start construction with the most difficult part of the project behind us. Let’s put in the time, effort, preparation and research BEFORE we break ground and building our homes will be much easier and more enjoyable.
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Episodes
  • Homeowner Matthew S. Discusses His New Custom Home Designed For Entertaining, Part 2—BYHYU 262

    Homeowner Matthew S. Discusses His New Custom Home Designed For Entertaining, Part 2—BYHYU 262
    Jan 4 2023

    This week we have part 2 of the interview with homeowner Matt S.  He talks more about his cool house, which is black by the way, and his homebuilding journey.  He was so generous in sharing his advice and resources.  Take a listen to this informative conversation. 

    Show notes at BYHYU.com
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    27 mins
  • Homeowner Matthew S. Discusses His New Custom Home Designed For Entertaining, Part 1—BYHYU 261

    Homeowner Matthew S. Discusses His New Custom Home Designed For Entertaining, Part 1—BYHYU 261
    Dec 21 2022

    Matt went back to the neighborhood he grew up in and built a house perfect for entertaining.  In this first part of the interview, he talks about his very practical floor plan that has lots of space for hosting friends and family.  He tells us about some really unique design ideas and gives great advice about communicating with contractors.  This is a really helpful conversation. 

    Show notes at BYHYU.com
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    36 mins
  • Homeowner Rachel D. Tells Us About Her Homebuilding Journey, Part 2

    Homeowner Rachel D. Tells Us About Her Homebuilding Journey, Part 2
    Nov 23 2022

    This week we have Part 2 of our interview with Rachel.  She’s a homeowner working with a general contractor and they’re finishing up a custom build in Ohio.  This week Rachel talks more about her homebuilding journey, what she would do differently if she were to build again, and the best thing about building a custom home.  

    If you or someone know would like to share your homebuilding experience on the podcast, please email me at Michelle@byhyu.com

    Show notes  at www.BYHYU.com
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    23 mins

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