So you wanna build a custom home? Here’s what no one tells you

I’m not a realtor. Or an architect. Or a lawyer.

I'm just a regular homeowner who bought a teardown in Seattle’s Eastside to build our dream home. I naively assumed things would go smoothly.

Fast-forward a few months, and I’m knee-deep in zoning codes, tree rules, and esoteric reports no one warned me about.

Spoiler: there’s a lot no one warns you about.

So I started Build Eastside to share what I'm learnings. The stuff realtors forget, builders assume you already know, and the city buries 12 clicks deep on their website.

If you’re buying, building, or just curious, welcome.

Let’s navigate this together with fewer regrets and a few laughs along the way. I’m not an expert. I'm just sharing my journey to help you avoid the surprises I hit.