EPISODE · May 19, 2026 · 13 MIN
Ep. 1 | So You Want to GC Your Own Home? What I'd Do as a Custom Builder
from Build Her Home | Home Building & Renovation Support for Women · host Lara Kennedy
Ever wondered if you could manage your own home build and skip the builder fee?In this episode, Lara, a custom home builder and founder of Build Her Home , breaks down what it really takes to general contract your own build.From reviewing plans to wrangling trades, this is the honest, unfiltered talk you need before you dive into the deep end of DIY homebuilding. Lara shares what she’d do step-by-step if she were the homeowner running the show, and where most people get it wrong.This isn’t about scaring you off. It’s about helping you build smarter, with eyes wide open and a plan that actually works.The truth about GC’ing your own build (and why it’s not always cheaper)The 6-step framework Lara would follow if she were the homeowner managing her own projectHow to avoid the biggest mistakes first-time GCs makeWhy inspectors and structure plans matter more than Pinterest boardsThe right questions to ask before you buy land or start buildingHow to decide if self-GC’ing is empowering… or exhausting✨ Connect with Lara 👇🏼https://www.instagram.com/buildherhomeFREE Facebook GroupLand & Home Site Checklist
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