Home Building Blog
A collection of resources to make the new home building journey easier.
DIY projects that can save you money building a new home
Here are my five recommendations for DIY projects that make a high impact on the look and feel of your home
Tips for building a house in 2026 [Australia]
Building a new home is a huge undertaking, and honestly, you don’t know what you don’t know. This blog post covers seven tips for building a new house in Australia.
How to check inclusions and exclusions in Master Builder and HIA Building Contracts?
A common issue for home building clients is finding out midway through a build that particular bits of work have been excluded from the builders scope of work. In this blog post, I talk you through my top tips for making sure the building works you expect are in the contract
Victorian HIA New Homes Contract - 5 Things to check before signing (a checklist)
Before you put pen to paper to to sign your HIA Building Contract, it is so important you know the inner details of the contract. Here's a handy checklist to empower you with the knowledge needed before signing:
Home warranties - Guide to insurance to protect your new home build
Wondering what insurance policies you should be seeing from your Builder before works begin? This Blog Post outlines the types of insurance your Builder must have in place when building in Victoria.
3 things to do before choosing a builder for your New Home
Choosing the right builder is one of the most important steps in your home-building journey. In this post, I’ve shared 3 essential things you should consider before you lock in your builder.
Your complete guide to financing a new home build in Australia
Read our step by step guide to help you navigate lending and your building contract for your dream home build.
Is 2026 the right time to build your dream home?
Wondering if now is the right time to build your dream home? In this blog post, I run through what to consider when deciding if the year is the right time to start building.
New home building contracts: here's what to review
I’ve put together this list of what to check in your building contract before you sign to make sure it’s a success from start to finish.