I had my home built. I used a local builder and had complete control over everything that went into the build, from the type of foundation to the make and model of the oven. If you're paying the money you have the control.
I purchased a built house, six months after my neighbour. I was in 2 days after close. I took the stove and dishwasher the builder picked.
My neighbour has been waiting for 2 years now. Still not able to move in. Many of the places near me broke ground a year ago, and some still have no walls.