Brad Stone, founder of Stone Custom Construction and Design, built his business from childhood flooring work with his father.

The average 30-year fixed mortgage rate hit a whopping 7.23% in August, an eye-watering number for anyone looking to buy a house. And many prospective homebuyers have decided that if they have to pay ...

Is it cheaper to build or buy a house? Making the decision to purchase a home is by no means an easy one—especially with the financial gravity that accompanies owning real estate for the first time.