Home Building Hub

Join us as we uncover how builders determine their base price and what exactly it includes. Additionally, we'll highlight four essential factors to consider when selecting a builder and we finish off with a helpful list of common inclusion items to look out for. Topic timestamps 2:23 - What is a base price? 3:40 - How is a base price worked out by a builder? 4:39 - What’s included in a base p...

In this episode, we provide a summary to you outlining and explaining the most common items found in building quotes. We also share some insights into what makes up a good building quote and finish off with 4 common mistakes we see homebuyers make during the quoting process. Topic timestamps 1:30 - Why is Colin wearing a suit? 5:25 - What common items make up a building quote? 8:40 - Why are build...

In this episode, we outline 4 key steps to take to give yourself the best chance at getting the best building quotes for your circumstances and your budget. We also round up the episode with our top 3 preparation tips for those ready to start talking with builders about building quotes right now. Topic timestamps 3:35 - Step #1 - Finance 4:40 - A solution for those who don’t have enough savings ye...

We dive right in by explaining exactly what a house and land package is, as well as providing an outline of the actual items usually included in the price as well. We share our answer about house and land packages being exclusive and also leave you with our top tips on what to do and what not to do regarding house and land packages when you’re at that stage. Join Australia’s most trusted new home...

Not only do we answer the question - Should you buy your house or land first? …but we also reveal some important factors to consider when buying along with outlining our top 5 tips for those ready to start the process of securing their very own house and land package. Topic timestamps 2:12 - Should you buy a house or land first? 5:13 - A long list of reasons to speak to a Builder Sales Consultant...

We reveal some insider insights and share our top tips to help you navigate your way through display villages (and initial builder discussions) more effectively. We cover a range of topics such as the real purpose behind display homes, what questions to ask, when to stop looking at display homes and start talking to builders… and we even share an alternative model to display homes worth considerin...

Today we talk about the main regulation changes related to energy rating and livable housing, proposed to be coming in 2023 (well, at the time of recording this). Using the information that is available to date, we explain the reasons for the changes, the benefits of the changes, and most notably the significant price impact and design impact that these changes will have on buyers after the regula...

We discuss and acknowledge Porter Davis heading into liquidation, but with respect to those involved, our focus shifts to providing valuable insights to those who are considering buying right now. We give you a genuine insight into how builders’ pricing really works, explaining how the last 2 years has impacted builders… and ultimately clients, trades and suppliers as well. We explain the cause an...

Today we are joined by Mark Polatkesen - the Founder and Managing Director of Mortgage Domayne. Mark is one of Australia’s leading finance brokers and has settled over 1.5 billion dollars in loans during his career so far. In this episode, you’ll learn about all-things finance when it comes to new home construction. We cover a range of topics around finance brokers vs going direct to banks, intere...

In episode one, you get to meet us - Darren and Colin - your hosts of the Home Building Hub podcast. We share a bit about our experience, why we’re doing this podcast, and most importantly how this podcast will help better educate listeners about new home building so they can avoid costly mistakes when choosing their preferred home builder. Join Australia’s most trusted new home education communit...