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Million Dollar Mistakes™
Seven mistakes that cost the most
One card each. What the mistake is, why it happens, what it looks like early, and what to ask next. Nothing to buy — just the next decision, made with confidence.
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Showing 4 mistakes that matter during Construction begins.
Million dollar
02Signing without your own inspection rights
If the contract does not allow your inspector, the answer later is no.
Cost if ignored · $5k–$40k in defects found after closing
Difficulty to spot: 3 of 5
Expensive
03Spending the option budget on finishes first
Finishes can be replaced later. The envelope cannot.
Cost if ignored · $1,200–$2,400 a year in comfort and utility cost
Difficulty to spot: 5 of 5
Million dollar
04Skipping the pre-drywall walkthrough
It is the last day you can see how your house was actually built.
Cost if ignored · $3k–$25k in hidden defects
Difficulty to spot: 3 of 5
Expensive
05Letting the HVAC be sized by rule of thumb
Bigger equipment is not better comfort — it is short cycles and sticky air.
Cost if ignored · $600–$1,500 a year, plus early equipment wear
Difficulty to spot: 5 of 5