Is it Cheaper to Build or Buy a House with a Home Office?
The housing market was red hot in 2021, making it difficult for first-time and experienced home buyers alike to get good deals. Many houses have sold for well above the asking price, which may make you ask, “Should I really pay more for a house that isn’t perfect?”
That’s a question that people have been asking for generations, and one that spawns more questions. What would it cost to add another bathroom? How could you rearrange the cabinets in the kitchen for more space? Could you enclose the patio? And what about a home office? Each of these changes translates to more money on top of your initial purchase price. As the proposed costs mount, many buyers wonder if it is cheaper to build a house from the ground
