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Building a cape cod on a budget

13 years ago
My husband and I are building a cape cod home on my family farm. We will be doing some of the interior work ourselves (painting, plumbing, etc.), but was wondering what tips others may have on building a home on a budget.
Thanks in advance! Happy Sunday!

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