Ep. 4 | If We Had $50K Extra in the Build Budget — Here's Exactly Where We'd Spend It

Thinking about where you'd spend an extra $50,000 in your home build? In this episode, Lara and Steven Kennedy play a builder-versus-homeowner game and break down exactly where they'd invest additional budget—and where they wouldn't spend a dime.From kitchens and prep pantries to windows, lighting, storage, and primary bathrooms, they share the upgrades that improve daily life, increase long-term value, and make your home feel better to live in. Plus, Steven gives some surprisingly strong opinions on pot fillers, wine rooms, outdoor kitchens, pools, and smart home systems.Whether you're building a starter home or your forever home, this episode will help you think more strategically about where your money will have the biggest impact.In this episode you'll learn:• The one area of your home that's almost always worth investing more money in• Why windows are one of the smartest upgrades you can make during construction• The difference between having more storage and having better storage• Which "invisible" features create a more comfortable, energy-efficient home• Why lighting may be the most overlooked luxury in a custom home• The bathroom upgrades that improve everyday life—and the ones that aren't worth the splurge• Steven's hot takes on pot fillers, wine rooms, outdoor kitchens, pools, smart home systems, and more• How to think like a builder when deciding where to allocate your budgetIf someone handed you an extra $50,000 for your build tomorrow, where would you spend it?✨ Connect with Lara 👇🏼⁠⁠https://www.instagram.com/buildherhome⁠⁠⁠⁠FREE Facebook Group⁠⁠⁠⁠Land & Home Site Checklist⁠