Home Building Hub
Home Building Hub is an independent podcast designed to provide education and value to anyone looking to build a new home with a volume home builder in Australia. Hosted by industry experts Colin Bischof & Darren Brennan, the Home Building Hub podcast features interviews and insights that will help better educate listeners about new home building so they can avoid costly mistakes when choosing their preferred home builder.
Episodes
Please listen to this episode BEFORE you buy a block of land. We cover the main components of site costs, the common misconceptions and oversights, and finish with our top 3 tips for you to use before buying a block of land.
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3:10 - Main two components of site costs
3:45 - What is fill and fall? And what impact do they have on your site costs?
7:39 - 4 common misconceptions and oversights that...
In this episode, we dive into the true meaning of "turnkey inclusions" and address how some builders misuse the term to attract buyers. We explain what genuine turnkey inclusions really are, and also explore which buyer types are likely to benefit most from turnkey inclusions. On the flip side, we also discuss why some might prefer a "home only" solution instead. Tune in to gain a clear understanding of turnkey ...
In this episode, we discuss crucial tips to avoid electrical plan errors in your new home. Listen in to learn about height, location and number of GPOs (powerpoints), along with checking switch locations, adding two-way switches, and planning for downlights and external lighting as well.
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2:46 - Number of and placement of power points
5:26 - Location of light switches
7:50 - Location of downlights and e...
In this episode we share the top 10 tips for building a new home interstate. We cover essential topics such as conducting thorough research, visiting the area, understanding local infrastructure, ensuring legal compliance, and more. Whether you're considering a move or an investment, this episode provides valuable insights to help you navigate the complexities of building in a new state.
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3:10 - Do...
In this episode, we explore the current state of the building industry. We begin by recapping what the industry has been through, then we move to how it sits today - discussing consumer confidence and current build time frames amongst other topics. And to finish off, we provide the top 3 positives boosting the industry and the top 3 challenges that still linger.
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Investors, 70% of you are missing out on these savings. Join us as we welcome the very excited Theo Mavratzakis from Tax Depreciation Australia who explains all things tax depreciation - what it is, how it works, how much it costs, how much it can save you and the list goes on. Don’t miss this episode.
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2:22 - What is a quantity surveyor and what do they do?
3:53 - What is tax depreciation and how does it sav...
Here’s a must watch/listen episode for first home buyers. We share the biggest mistake made by first home buyers along with outlining some of the key steps you can take to benefit from getting yourself into property sooner rather than later.
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Topic timestamps
3:06 - What is “livable housing”?
5:15 - Wider hallways (over 1m)
6:01 - Wider doors (870mm for example)
8:33 - 1 x hobless shower (step free)
9:28 - 1 x toilet with 1200mm x 900mm “circulatio...
If you’re buying in an estate, you can expect a few items to be added to your building quote to comply with the requirements outlined by that estate. In this episode we share (and explain) the 5 of the most common estate requirements to look out for.
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2:00 - What are estate requirements?
5:30 - Recycled water (third pipe) connection
6:18 - Materials to the facade
9:07 - Roof materials, type...
Listen in to learn about the top 5 things that can impact your design and price as a result of the new regulations (NCC22). We share what we’ve learnt so far in relation to standard inclusions, orientation, what to expect on builder brochures, structural changes and the impact of fall on your block.
Topic timestamps
4:26 - Impact on standard inclusions
10:20 - Impact of orientation on your lot / home
13:26 - What can you...
Get some valuable insights into what buyers have been doing so far in 2024 from our special guest Ryan Smits from openlot.com.au. Learn about timeframe to purchase, great offers out there right now, factors influencing buyer decisions and even a snapshot into the top areas to buy as well. To finish off, Ryan introduces a new initiative called OpenDisplay which allows you to walk through display villages digitally from the comfort o...
In this episode we cover the top 10 reasons you should build new instead of buy second hand.
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3:50 - Stamp duty savings
5:50 - Builders warranty
9:07 - Choose your design and floorplan
10:35 - Select your colour schemes upfront
11:48 - Choose the right orientation for your block and home design
12:55 - Newer home is more energy efficient
14:48 - Save time and money on maintena...
We all need fencing, but how does it actually work? In this episode we explain what half-share fencing means, what the fencing process is, how to work out what type of fencing is required, and we finish with a couple of tips to help you better prepare for your own block when that time comes around.
Topic timestamps
2:44 - Most display builders don’t offer fencing, but there are some companies that do.
4:15 - Half-shar...
In this episode we explain what Bushfire Attack Level or “BAL” means. Tune in as we cover the different BAL ratings, how to find if your block is in a BAL zone, what the rough costs are and what you get for those costs as a result.
Topic timestamps
2:00 - What is Bushfire Attack Level (BAL) and what does it mean?
2:40 - What level of BAL are there?
5:45 - How to find out if your block is in a BAL zone
8:00 - What ...
In this episode, we help outline what a nomination lot is, how it works, the main benefits and the risks associated well. We finish with a simple 4 step process for you to take if considering a nomination lot yourself.
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3:52 - What is a nomination block?
4:58 - How does a nomination block work?
6:50 - What are the main benefits of buying a nomination lot?
10:30 - What are the things to look out for ...
You MUST engage a reliable conveyancer BEFORE signing a land contract. In this episode we are joined by 2 leading conveyancers from Fastrack Conveyancing who provide a wealth of information, tips and insights to you - which will save you time and money, but also give you more peace of mind when purchasing land. This is a must watch/listen episode for all prospective land buyers.
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With new regulations coming to Victoria on May 1st, 2024, this episode is all about giving you a quick summary of the changes to better equip you with some basic knowledge of the changes as you speak to new home builders. We explain what the new regulations are in relation to 7 Star energy ratings, Livable Housing requirements and the ‘Whole of Home’ assessment as well.
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2:30 - 7 star energy
6:30 -...
In this episode we reveal the 3 main types of land purchases, outlining the pros and cons of each. If you’re looking to buy a block of land or house and land package be sure to tune in for great tips and insights that will ensure you make a well informed decision.
Topic timestamps
1:48 - Different block types explained.
6:06 - Where can you buy blocks of land from?
8:15 - Buying from a land estate directly - ...
Looking to build on a rural or acreage lot? Join us as we explain what rural lots are, which items to consider, how to obtain the right information and some helpful tips along the way.
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