Tips for building a new home

Tips on buying vacant land

Wednesday, April 23, 2014
There are many factors you need to take into consideration when purchasing a vacant block of land for your new home. Location  Firstly check out the neighbourhood, speak to your future neighbours and get their opinion on the area.  Also buying land in an area your familiar with, the closer you are to a main city; generally it means the land value is higher. Size, shape and orientation Your block’s exposure to the sun, wind and rain can affect your
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Knock it down and Save!!!

Tuesday, April 22, 2014
Is your home old and run down? Have you outgrown the style of your house? Like your neighbourhood but not your house? Have you ever considered demolishing your existing house to build a brand new dream home? It gives you the satisfaction of having something new and not previously owned. A knock down and rebuild also allows you to build a new home as you like it, a new design which can include all your family's needs and wants. Many
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Choosing the wrong builder

Tuesday, April 08, 2014
There are many horror stories and the worst part about it most are true! You only need to go onto forum sites to see were the problems are and the same names keep popping up. I talk to many potential clients every day and some of the stories I hear are hard to believe. A client came to me about building her new home in Wollert where her sister had built with a major Melbourne new home building company. My
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Being an owner builder, is it really worth it?

Tuesday, April 08, 2014
An owner-builder allows you to be in control, manage sub-contractors and if you plan on using your own skills to build, renovate or extend your home. There are many responsibilities to take on and don't forget about the risks that may be involved.  By having a builder you will save a lot of time and stress, how you ask? It's simple. A builder will liaise with your architect/drafts person, sub-contractors and so forth. Builder's must follow strict regulations to ensure the
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