Compare the true 20-year cost of ownership between a metal barndominium and a traditional stick-built home.
Methodology: Construction costs use industry averages adjusted by region. Maintenance assumes 1% of home value/year for traditional homes, 0.5% for barndominiums (steel exteriors require less upkeep). Insurance uses average SD/national rates adjusted for steel construction credits. Energy costs assume spray foam insulation for barndos and standard fiberglass for traditional. All costs are in today's dollars without inflation adjustment.
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