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Selections
Selections are the specific products you choose, like tile, faucets, lights, paint colors, and appliances.
Why it matters
Selections control cost and schedule. Late selections create delays and change orders.
Where people get this wrong
A selection is not a category. A selection is a specific model. Ordering delays can happen even when the builder is doing good work.
Real-world example
The tile is not picked yet, so the tile crew cannot start. The schedule slips and everyone gets frustrated. That is often a selections timing problem.
Where this hits your build
This hits during the selection phase. Choices here affect layout, daily use, and maintenance. Samples and measurements matter more than catalog photos.
Most people do not just struggle with terms. They struggle with the decisions tied to them.
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