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The Display Home Trap What You Must Know Before Signing With a Project Builder

The Display Home Trap: What You Must Know Before Signing With a Project Builder

You walk into a display home, and it’s stunning. Gleaming stone benchtops, towering ceilings, oversized windows flooding each room with light. And the price? Surprisingly low. But here’s the thing — that’s not actually what you’re signing up for.  What you’re seeing is the “showroom model,” packed with high-end features that don’t come with the […]

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The Real Cost of Working with Builders Who Don’t Vet Their Trades

The Real Cost of Working with Builders Who Don’t Vet Their Trades

One small oversight can undo all the good decisions you make when building your dream home — choosing a builder who cuts corners by subcontracting untested or inexperienced trades. Imagine moving into your new custom home, only to find leaks, structural issues, and uneven floors that creak with every step. Just when you thought your

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How to Avoid Costly Surprises When Building on a Sloping Block in Melbourne

Lured by lower upfront prices, many Melbourne homeowners are rushing to purchase sloping blocks. Yet, the harsh reality is that building on a slope can inflate construction costs by 5 to 40%. More than that, without the right builder, you’re likely to face unexpected expenses and delays as the project goes on, turning your “dream

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Say ‘No’ to Pressure: Why it Pays to Take Your Time When Choosing a Melbourne Builder

Say ‘No’ to Pressure: Why it Pays to Take Your Time When Choosing a Melbourne Builder

When you’re building a custom home, it’s easy to rush the process of choosing a builder. You might even be swayed by a low quote, or feel pressured because you think you’re getting a one-in-a-lifetime deal. But here’s what you might not realise: Many builders cut costs by leaving critical details out of the contract.

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The Hidden Risks Lurking in Melbourne’s ‘Cheap’ Land Deals

With land becoming scarce, Melbourne’s developers are pushing plots that might seem like great deals on the surface – but which hide significant issues beneath. Most people don’t realise Melbourne’s developers are now repurposing land considered unsuitable for homes a decade ago — including blocks with soft soil, uneven terrain (which sometimes looks level), and

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