How to build a house in 2026 as an Owner builder ( step by step )

Building a house in 2026 isn’t as hard as you may think. In this video, I’m walking you through how I’m building my home step by step, from land to permits to planning the entire construction process.

This series documents my real owner-builder journey — the decisions, challenges, wins, and lessons I’m learning along the way. I’m sharing what actually happens behind the scenes so you can understand what it truly takes to build your own home in today’s market.

Whether you’re:
• Thinking about becoming an owner-builder
• Planning to build a house in 2026
• Curious about the construction process
• Or just love real home-build journeys

this channel is for you.

I’ll be covering:
✔ Owner-builder responsibilities
✔ Permits & planning
✔ Construction phases
✔ Budgeting & decision-making
✔ What I wish I knew before starting

For more behind-the-scenes updates, progress on the build, and real-time insights, you can follow me on Instagram:
👉 @Reina_helene

I’m also incredibly grateful to be learning from and working alongside the build up community — make sure to follow them as well:
👉 @rubenthebuilder_
👉 @arthurthedeveloper

This journey wouldn’t be the same without strong guidance and support.
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