Constructing a home is a painstaking undertaking. First, there is a good amount of investment required depending on the location and size of the home you plan to build. Then there are several points you have to constantly update and remember for the construction work to function smoothly. Here are some points about residential home construction that you must remember:-

1. Time - Building a home will require a lot of time commitment from you. Take it like a part-time job you have, or in some weeks full time. This also depends on the amount of hands-on control you want to have on the construction. The more control you want to have, the more time you will have to spend on the construction site. If you are a very busy man due to commitments, then you can make some video arrangements with the constructor so that he can show you the work in progress.
2. Hiring - Hiring the right constructor is the most important step you are likely to take during the whole construction process, especially if you don’t have any prior construction experience. The overall outlook of the house will depend a lot on the constructor you hire, so make sure you choose carefully. Don’t hire the first constructor you come across. At least ask around five constructors, and take three references from each of them to get a clear picture of their price, and the way you go about things. Hire someone you get along with, as there is going to be lots of interaction between you two.
3. Design - Designing a house structurally on paper is easy, but when push comes to shove, you may be lacking in areas where a professional designer will do much better work. There are small design details and construction lingo that as an amateur we may not know and this can cause a few problems. You can always take the advice of your constructor, but they are not hugely concerned with the design. The constructors concentrate on logistics more than design.
4. Cabinets - Think about all the cabinet space you need, and design it alongside the designs of the house. Many people forget the cabinet spaces, and their whole designing gets flawed, later when the time to construct the cabinet space arrives. Another point is cabinet space is very important for any house and family. It makes the home neat, livable, and beautiful. 
5. Be kind- A point to remember is the constructors and you, both will be making mistakes in the building process. Don’t be too hard on yourself and the constructor. You will have to interact with the constructor for a long time, thereby you should maintain a good relationship with him, and the working staff. Construction is never perfect and will look worse before it starts looking better, therefore be patient. Residential building construction is a marathon, not a sprint. Endurance is the key to success here.

These are five points you should remember for the relatively smooth construction of your residential home. Constructing a home is a dream and an investment, so give it the relevant thought, time, and money it deserves.