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Avoid the ‘Architects Trap’: How Early Builder Involvement Keeps Costs Down

When building your dream home, it’s natural to assume the journey begins with an architect. But nothing could be further from the truth… 

Are Builder Discounts Hiding Cashflow Problems?

Would you buy a boat with holes in it, simply because it was “on sale?” While the lure of enticing discounts from builders can be hard to resist, it...

How Builders Lure You in with “Free” Aircon and Solar — And What It Really Ends up Costing

It’s an all-too-common story for Australian homeowners:

Why that ‘Builders Discount’ Might be a Trap | Stannard Family Homes

Imagine this: You meet a builder on a Friday, and by Saturday, they’re offering you a $50,000 discount — but only if you act quickly.

Not wanting to...

3 ‘Unexpected Costs’ Before Signing a Building Contract

Swayed by an alluring discount, Jane and Tom were on their way to signing a building contract that promised luxury upgrades and significant savings....

The True Cost of Low Quotes: What Builders Don’t Want You to Know

Have you ever received a low quote and thought, “That’s more like it! See, this is what shopping around gets you!” Yet when the job’s done, have you...

The Top 7 Qualities of a Trustworthy Builder

Choosing the right builder is about more than just finding someone who can put bricks together. It’s about finding a leader who can navigate the...

Why Your Dream Home Might Never Get Built: The Architect-Building Gap

Picture this: Your architect gets back to you with a truly stunning design for your custom home. They’ve taken your dream and crystalised it,...

4 History Lessons that Will Stop You Making a Costly Error When Building a Custom Home

There’s perhaps no bigger decision you’ll ever make than deciding on who to build your custom home with. To make the right choice, it helps to learn...

5 Things You Must Do to Ensure Your Home Build Doesn’t Turn into a Nightmare

Budgets bursting at the seams, timelines extending for months on end, and communication disasters - you’ve no doubt heard the horror stories.

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