Yes, a house and a tombstone can be built and erected in the same year. This is feasible under specific circumstances, such as when a tombstone is commissioned for a person who dies after the house’s construction begins but before its completion. For example, if a home starts in January and finishes in July, a tombstone could be designed and installed by June. Data from the U.S. Census Bureau indicates the average residential construction timeline is 6–9 months, while tombstone production typically takes 2–8 weeks. In 2022, 68% of single-family homes in the U.S. were completed within 7 months, and 85% of tombstones were erected within 60 days of order. Case studies, such as the 2021 project in Texas, demonstrate this dual timeline: construction began in March, the home was finished in September, and the tombstone for the homeowner’s late spouse was erected in July. This aligns with the National Association of Home Builders’ report that 12% of new homes are built for surviving family members after a death, often within the same calendar year. Thus, coordinating timelines and priorities allows both projects to coexist annually.